Upcoming
    Speaker
 Meetings &    
Local Special
      Events
                                                  
1-25-2010
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

"Effective communication and
conflict resolution as well as
information about Parent to
Parent of Georgia’s IEP buddy
program"

Contact: Amy McCollum
Phone: 706-769-3506 ext. 1210

Location:
Fine Arts Auditorium
1081 Rocky Branch Road
Bogart GA 30622
                            
1-25-10
6:30 – 8:30pm
Peace, Love & Harmony in an
IEP Meeting, Ashley Rentz will
be presenting at  North Oconee
High School
                                                  
2-27-10
8:00 – 1:00pm
Disability Expo/Conference
Classic Center, Athens
                                                      
2-27-10
Evening        
Big Hearts Pageant   
www.extraspecialpeople.com!      
Watkinsville
                                                      
3-13-10
9:00– 11:30 am
Peace, Love & Harmony in an
IEP Meeting,  Kennedy Elem.
                                       
3-/1/10 - 3/2/10
6th Annual ASA-GGC
Autism/Asperger Conference

There will be fifteen breakout
sessions to choose from each day
focusing on:
1) Educational Strategies
2) Families and Children with
ASD
3) Treatment Options including:
Therapy /Medical /Biomedical
4) HFA/Asperger Syndrome and
Adolescent/Adult Issues
5) Research

The conference is oriented
toward families, educators and
autism professionals who are
looking to find new or better
ways to care for the individuals
with autism in their lives.  
Further, the conference is
oriented toward individuals with
autism who are looking for
resources which can help them
reach their maximum potential.  

Location
Hilton Atlanta Northeast
5993 Peachtree Industrial Blvd.
Norcross, Georgia 30092
In the interest of continuing to provide strong advocacy skills training, parent and child mentoring, encouragement,   
and resources for families in the Barrow and surrounding counties, we have placed some local and nearby meetings
                                                    and seminars for your interest and  convenience.  
                   Georgia Asperger's Organization

  We are currently recruiting volunteers to establish our Board of Directors Panel
                        and help obtain our 501c Non Profit status.  

1-23-2010, 9:00 am  - 11:30 am
"Sifting through your Parental Rights" Learn basic information about parental rights under IDEA, including confidentiality, notice, consent,
surrogate parents, free and appropriate public education (FAPE), Contact: Ashley Rentz, Phone: 706-296-4416, Location: Russell Middle School, 84 W.
Midland Ave, Winder GA 30680
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               

1-12-2010, 9:00 am   - 1:00 pm
Making It Count" Interactive workshop discusses the IEP process and how to write meaningful goals that helps your children reach their full
potential. Contact: Candice Lange Phone: 678-714-9447, Location: Duncan Creek Elementary School, 4500 Braselton Hwy 124, Hoschton GA 30548
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               

                                          Winter 2010 TAP Group begins 1/7/10
                                                                                                                                                          
12-17-09, Thursday, 7:00-9:00 pm
Georgia Asperger's Organization 2nd Annual Christmas Celebration will be hosted at Barrow Regional Medical Ctr. 316 N. Broad Street, Winder, GA
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               
11/10/09 - 11/11/09
This high caliber career planning is the key to a successful future with positive long-term outcomes and is ESSENTIAL for:
*  Career counselors, job coaches, rehab administrators, vocational coordinators
*  Special education administrators, teachers, teacher assistants, case managers, therapists
*  Students, parents, caregivers, young adults (16 +)
Location: Crowne Plaza Atlanta Airport, 1325 Virginia Ave., Atlanta, GA 30344, Hosted by: Spectrum Training Systems, Inc., 2024 Jonathon Dr.,
Appleton, WI  54914, Phone: (920) 749-0332 Fax: (920) 882-0736 http://spectrumtrainingsystemsinc.com/atlanta.html
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
Date 10-16-09, "Barrow County Special Olympics" Winder Barrow High School, 272 North 5th Avenue, Winder, GA, 30680
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             
Date 10-1-09, New Fall T.A.P. Group begins
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
DATE 10-1-09, Guest Speaker Mrs. Ashley Rentz will discuss "What A Great IDEA!, An Overview of Special Education for Parents & Families with
special needs" hosted by Barrow Jackson County Navigator Team & Parent to Parent of Georgia
                                                                                                                                                                                               
DATE 9-26-09, “Autism 101”, a  resource fair sponsored by the Autism Society of America - Greater Georgia Chapter  for families of children with
Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Location: 855 Northbrook Parkway, Suwanee, GA  30024
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
DATE 9-25-09, "Parent to Parent & Me Introduction" Call Marcia for more information 770-307-0672 hosted by Barrow Jackson County Navigator Team &
Parent to Parent of Georgia
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
DATE 9-17-09, Guest Speaker, Mr. Cody Boisclair  will discuss  "A Personal Story of Hope & Inspiration "
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
DATE 9-1-09, Open enrollment begins for our 2009 Fall T.A.P. Group begins
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
DATE 8-3-09,  Topic 'Rest & Relaxation' Mrs. Laura Prince, (Licensed massage therapist) provided more than 10 chair massages during our
monthly B.A.S.S. meeting
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
DATE 7-16-09,  Guest Speaker Meeting - Mrs. Karmen Hughes who works with Easter Seals will discuss "Champion's for Children" eligibility
requirements for person's who have been denied the Katie Beckett Waiver AKA the Deeming waiver
                                                                                                                                                                                               
DATE 5/21/09, Guest Speaker Meeting - Dr. Felissa Goldstein who works with Marcus Inst. will discuss "Medication Options for Families with
Exceptional needs" Sponsored by: Georgia Asperger's Organizat
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
May 1, 2009, Friday, 6:30-9:00 pm
Georgia Asperger's Organization Spring 2009 Family Fun Night Jungle Jumpers, 192 Pickle Simon Rd. Winder, GA 30680, 770-307-5867. Thank you
to Mr. George and Mrs. Gayle Mansour for providing the pizza and soft drinks and also to PAPA JOHN'S Pizza for their donation of even more pizza
to ensure that all of our precious children and their siblings had plenty to eat. Thank you Jungle Jumpers for sponsoring our 1 year celebration and
providing such a wonderful and fun place for our families to connect together.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
DATE 4-2-09, Guest Speaker Meeting - Mrs. Ashley Rentz Will discuss "Developing an Effective Partnership & IFSP/IEP with Your Child's Education
Team "
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  
DATE 3-19-09, Guest Speaker - Mrs. Jannie Jennings, Founder of Turn -Around -Therapy will discuss "Strengthening Social Skills & Discovering The
Benefits of Inclusion "
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
DATE 3-21-09,  Family Academy - By: David Bly
"Your children will become what you are; So be what you want them to be."
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
DATES 3-21-09, Gwinnett Adult Transition Fair "Ga. Medicaid Basics & Home & Community-Based Services."
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
DATE 3-7-09, Guest Speaker Meeting - Toni Thomas will discuss
"A is for Autism Parenting Workshop" Sponsored by: The Pilot Club of Oconee County & The Oconee County BOE
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  
F.A.C.E.S.   Walton County Auti & Aspie support group meets 3rd Thursday of each month from 7-8:30 p.m.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
February 5, 2009  7:00-8:30 pm,  Guest Speaker Mrs.  Marchia Williams of P2P will discuss "The Navigator Team Project Opportunities for the
Barrow-Jackson County Area"
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
January 15, 2009  7:00-8:30 pm,  Mrs. Cyndi White will discuss "Effects Of Puberty on Teens & Adults With Special Needs"
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
January 30, 2009, Friday, 6:30-9:00 pm Georgia Asperger's Organization 1st Annual Winter Family Fun Night 2009 at Jungle Jumpers, 192 Pickle
Simon Rd. Winder, GA 30680, 770-307-5867
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
January 1, 2009,  Thursday,  7:00-8:30 pm
Georgia Asperger's Organization 1st B.A.S.S. & T.A.P. Groups for  2009
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
December 18, Thursday,  7:00-9:00 pm
Update:  Our first Georgia Asperger's Organization Annual Christmas Celebration hosted at Barrow Regional Medical Ctr. 316 N. Broad Street,
Winder, GA was a HUGE success.  Almost 30 people attended, each teenager received a Christmas stocking stuffed with candy cane, chocolates, gloves,
hats, etc.  A HUGE thank you is extended to Wal-mart and Publix located in Winder for their generous contributions which helped make this event a
success.  Families were able to enjoy fresh baked food and delicious beverages prepared by Georgia Asperger's Organization.  The evening ended with
everyone exchanging Christmas Tree Ornaments.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
October 2, 2008  7:00-8:30 pm,  Guest Speaker Mrs. Christine Dalton, LMSW will discuss "Discovering Effective Stress Management & Family
Strengthening Skills"
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
September 4, 2008  Guest Speaker Mrs. Erin Chun will discuss "Estate Planning for Families with Special Needs"
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
July 17, 2008  7:00-8:30 pm, Barrow Regional Medical Center, B.A.S.S. (Barrow Asperger's Syndrome Support) Group Topic "Learn How & Why to
Apply for Medicaid Waivers"  
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
July 15, 2008  8:00-9:00 pm, www.gacrs.org Guest Speaker Marcia Singson, will discuss "Understanding  the Needs of a Child with Aspergers"
for a Webinar scheduled to take place in (Chat Room #1), Hosted by: Georgia Center for Adoption and Foster Care
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
TACA Meeting Every Third Saturday from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm The Hyperbaric Therapy Ctr. 104 Colony Park Dr., Ste 500, Cumming, 30040
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
Conference- Lets Be Friends, Improving Friendships and social skills Friday June 20, 2008, 9:00 am - 3:30 pm, Carter Ctr., Cecil B. Day Chapel, 453
Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30307
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
June 19, 2008 7:00-8:30 pm, Barrow Regional Medical Center, Guest Speaker Mrs. Sonya Bell, RN will discuss  " How Nutrition can impact the
behaviors of ASD and ADHD"   Learn more about how to control our anger and behaviors. Group will begin promptly at 7:00pm.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
Autism 101   HOSTED ONCE EACH QUARTER
Stonemill Church, 855 Northbrook Parkway, Suwanee, GA Phone: 770-904-4474

“Autism 101” is a quarterly seminar and resource fair sponsored by the Autism Society of America - Greater Georgia Chapter for families of newly
diagnosed children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). The seminar provides information that educates, enables and empowers these families as
they begin the journey of caring for, planning for, and treating their child. Additionally, there is a resource fair for families to meet and interact with
local providers of autism related goods and services.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
Against All Odds    6/1/2008 - 6/3/08    UGA Center for Continuing Education, Athens, GA
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
FUTURE HORIZONS May 9, 2008 Atlanta, GA
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
Update:  Our first monthly meeting was a tremendous success.  Thank everyone for your support.  There were just over ten attendees,
some of which  included some of our very own caring and committed SPED Staff from both Barrow and Jackson County.  Thank you ladies  for your
support and sharing your years of expertise and  experience. These are the beautiful bridges we are eager to build for strengthening  our families,
schools, and communities.  We are surely on the right path for equipping, empowering, encouraging, and educating our young people.   And as for our
loving and devoted parents, lets remember that providing support and encouragement for one another is just as important as properly and effectively
advocating for our loved ones.  Communication, commitment, consistency, and community are all vital keys to sustained success.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              
May 1, 2008, Introduction Meeting, Time: 7:00-8:30 pm, First Thursday of each month.  (Unfortunately, child care will not be available or
provided for this meeting)  Location: Barrow Regional Medical Ctr. 316 N. Broad Street, Winder, GA
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
The World of Medicaid 4-28-2008, 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Newton County Community Health Forum, Covington First United Methodist Church–
Fellowship Hall,  Sponsored by Parent to Parent of Georgia,  for more information, contact Jill McGiboney at yenobig@mindspring.com
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
Special Education Symposium on Response to Intervention 4-12-08,  8:30 A.M. - 3:45 P.M  UGA School of Law in Athens, Torin Togut
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
Sheila Wagner January 28, 2008, Watkinsville, GA,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
Autism Spectrum Disorder   10/25/07-10/26/07
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
Autism Asperger Publishing Company  10/18/07 -10/19/07
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
ASA, Greater GA Chapter September 29, 2007, Schedule
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
S.T.E.P.S.   08-23-07
S.T.E.P.S: Successful Transitioning through Educating Parents and Students
Georgia Asperger's Organization