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Jul162021

ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder

National Resource Center on ADHD Can a person be diagnosed with ADHD and ASD? More than half of all individuals who have been diagnosed with…

Jul162021

The Maryland Assistive Technology Guide

A Resource for Integrating Assistive Technology into Specially Designed Instruction within an Integrated Tiered System of Supports Maryland State Department of Education The Maryland Assistive…

Jul122021

How to Find Inclusive Childcare

Parents’ Place of Maryland Choosing care for your child with a disability means you have to decide which program and facility best meet your child’s…

Jul122021

3 Kinds of Autism Assessments

Organization for Autism Research The autism assessment process can feel overwhelming to many families — particularly families whose children are just entering the special education…

Jul12021

911 Address Flagging Program In The News!

Terrific article in Columbia Inspired Magazine about the development of the 911 Address Flagging Program by HCAS and the Howard County Police Department. It features…

Jun142021

FREE In-Person Outdoor FITNESS CLASS

Sign Up NOW! FREE In-Person, Outdoor FITNESS CLASSES Saturdays, June 19 – August 28, 2021 9:00AM-10:00AM These in-person, outdoor fitness classes for individuals of all…

Jun142021

Navigating Compensatory Education/Recovery Services during the COVID-19 Pandemic

A Parent’s Guide Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Early Intervention and Special Education Services Updated April 2021 The Navigating Compensatory Education/Recovery Services during…

May52021

HCPSS COVID Reopening Information for Parents of Students Who Receive Special Education Services

Frequently Asked Questions When my child returns to the school building, how will the IEP team determine if they will implement the normal operations IEP…

Apr202021

Compensatory Education During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Many students with disabilities have not made progress or have lost skills during the COVID-19 pandemic because their individualized education programs (IEPs) have not been…

Apr82021

College & Career Guide for Students with Disabilities

Study.com College students with disabilities have rights that allow for specific accommodations to help them succeed in school. Learn about legal protections, scholarships, technologies, and…

In-Person Outdoor FITNESS CLASS!

Sign Up NOW! for FREE In-Person, Outdoor FITNESS CLASSES Saturdays, June 19 - August 28, 2021 9:00AM-10:00AM Clover House, Rockburn Park 5400 Landing Road, Elkridge, MD One-time registration required at https://app.donorview.com/emPlX These in-person, outdoor fitness classes for individuals of all abilities and their friends and family will be led by a SPIRIT Club instructor. No special…

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Yoga for Children, Teens and Adults with Autism

Enjoy our weekly FREE Yoga Classes with instructors from the Yoga Center of Columbia. These classes are made possible through the generosity of The Hussman Foundation. Participants and parents/guardians to pre-register with HCAS. This is a one-time registration. Once registered, you will be added to the list to receive, by e-mail, the videoconference login…

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