Lecture Series
The Arc,
Oneida-Lewis Chapter, NYSARC is offering a monthly lecture series. The
lecture series provides information to teachers, therapists and other
support staff regarding the overall functional development of children
through presentations on a variety of topics. Our team of professionals
will provide attendees with the most current information regarding new
treatments, research, and programs. The Arc is also able to provide
staff development presentations in schools addressing the topics of
concern identified by the district.
Topics of Lecture Series
2008 Lecture Series
May 27, 2008
Mary
Siniscarco, Occupational Therapist
Disabilities Awareness and Acceptance in Educational Settings
Hands on
experience facing the world with a disability through exercises and
information.
September 30, 2008
Ellen Paladini, Occupational Therapist
Yoga in the Classroom
Using yoga
as a technique in the classroom to increase student’s ability to focus
and increase learning.
October 28, 2008
Melissa Diana, School Psychologist
Educating the “Tough Child”
Practical
techniques used in dealing with children with behavioral needs in the
classroom.
November 25, 2008
Representatives from Local Organizations
An Overview of Available Area Resources
A variety
of area service providers will provide an overview of services
available, who the services are available to, and how to refer students
to them.
All
lectures will be held at The Arc’s Administration Building at 245
Genesee Street on the last Tuesday of each month
from 7:00-9:00 p.m. The
cost is $5 for the public and $3 for Members of The Arc.
Reservations are required.
Please call
the Office Manager at 272-1606 to register or for more information.
We want to know what you are interested
in. Please send along any topic/speaker ideas to:
narcuri@thearcolc.org
or call (315) 272-1604.
