Please note that the event and conference information contained in this Web site are not necessarily those of the Down Syndrome Association of Brazos Valley (DSABV) or endorsed by DSABV.
6/11/10 Summer Bash
Summer Bash Dinner/Dance
When: Friday, June 11
Where: Lincoln Center
Time: 6:30 - 9pm
Dinner will be served along with dancing. Texas Entertainment will be providing the music
Cost: FREE
RSVP: dsabv@yahoo.com or 979-778-7010 by June 1, 2010
7/16/10 NDSS Conference
THE 38th NDSC NATIONAL CONVENTION July 16-18, 2010 . Orlando, FL
Please look under Fitness tab for more information.
2/15-/17/10 Texas Transition Confrerence
Texas Transition Conference When: Feb. 15-17, 2010 Where: Doubletree Hotel in Austin, Texas Details: A limited number of stipends are now available
to parents and/or youth with disabilities (16 or older) who would like to
attend the Texas Transition Conference
(TTC) in Austin. Stipends cover the cost of registration for the three-day
conference and lodging expense reimbursement of up to $100 for individuals
needing to travel 50 miles or more. Priority will be given to parents and youth
who have never received this stipend.
Texas Transition Conference When: Feb. 15-17, 2010 Where: Doubletree Hotel in Austin, Texas Details: A limited number of stipends are now available to parents and/or youth with disabilities (16 or older) who would like to attend the Texas Transition Conference (TTC) in Austin. Stipends cover the cost of registration for the three-day conference and lodging expense reimbursement of up to $100 for individuals needing to travel 50 miles or more. Priority will be given to parents and youth who have never received this stipend.
2/18/10 U Paint it
Where: U Paint It
When: February 18, 2010
Time: 6 - 8pm
What: come in and paint a tile or ceramic with your child.
Cost: Free for children and adults with Down syndrome
Parents want to paint a ceramic or tile the cost is $4.00 studio fee and cost of tile or ceramic.
RSVP: no later than February 15, 2010 to 979-778-7010 or dsabv@yahoo.com
For more information about U Paint It visit their website.
2/21/10 Buddy Skate
Buddy Skate
Arctic Wolf Ice Center
When: Sunday, Feb 21
Time: 11 - Noon
Cost $5.00
The Buddy Skate is a skating session for people with Down syndrome and other special needs to ice skate with assistance in a safe environment
2/27/10 Informed and Empowered Conference
This local disability conference has been rescheduled for Saturday, Feb. 27, 2010 from 8:30 am-3 pm in College Station, TX.
Fun for Adults with Down Syndrome and Special Needs What: Bingo Night When: March 5, 2010 Time: 6:00 - 8:00pm Where: Trinity Baptist Church
FADS members FREE; others $5.00 per person
Pizza will be served
RSVP: Christy Knight 979-778-7010
3/6/10 New Parent BBQ
For parents and their children born with Down syndrome ages 0 - 4 years old please bring siblings
We're roundin' up a barbeque and hope you'll join us for an hour or two Come out and meet other dads and moms who have a child born with Down syndrome.
Learn what the Down Syndrome Association of Brazos Valley has to offer and other resources in our community.
Saturday the 6th of March at Noon
C&J BBQ 1010 South Texas Ave Bryan RSVP: Christy Knight 979-778-7010 or dsabv@yahoo.com
3/13/10 Play Date
What:A Play
Date!
Who:Wonderful children with
Down syndrome, ages 2-5
Hi! I am
Jennifer, better known as Jack's mom! I
thought it might be nice to start having some play-dates for our children. So,
here is the first one! Your whole family is welcome to come.
Please bring anything you will need like snacks and drinks. This is a
very comfortable, play at the park, and visit time! The age
range is 2-5, but if you have one close to that age, and you want to come, well
come on!
We do have
one big request: If your child is sick, or even
possibly sick, please do not come. There will be more
play-dates. We are really trying to create a HEALTHY
environment in which our children can play with others. So, if
your child or someone living in your home is sick, please be considerate of our
children who have weaker immune
systems. We appreciate it very much!
Jonny, Jack, and I sure hope you and
your child(ren) can make it! Let's slide, swing, run, laugh and play with
these amazing gifts God gave us!
~Jenn
3/22-4/26/10 HWT
Handwriting without Tears
WHEN: March 22 - April 26, 2010
WHERE: Henderson Elementary, Bryan
TIME: Monday's 5:30 - 6:30pm
JOIN: Call Christy at 979-218-2892 for more information
WHY: To make legible and fluent handwriting an easy and automatic skill for children with special needs. Unique and compelling curriculum design and teaching strategies facilitate this goal. We use multi-sensory techniques and consistent habits for letter formation to teach handwriting to kids pre-K through cursive. It also helps improve a child's self-confidence, pencil grip, body awareness and posture.
WHO: Brought to you by the Down Syndrome Association of Brazos Valley
The class is designed for children with special needs, ages 3 and up, who have difficulty with fine motor skills. Your child will learn at his or her own pace according to his or her own skill set.
Taught by Phyllis Hodges, a local teacher certified in the Handwriting Without Tears method, with one-one-one Aggie volunteers .
Writing Should be fun for kids!
3/22/10 Sign Language Class
CALLING ALL PARENTS WITH CHILDREN 0 - 4 YEARS OLD WITH DOWN SYNDROME
The Down Syndrome Association of Brazos Valley will be holding its
first sign language class to
teach parent/child sign language. You are encouraged to bring your child to the
class.
The class will begin on Monday, March 22nd from 5:30 - 6:30pm. The class
will be held each Monday for 6-weeks. The class will meet at Wolf Pen Creek
Amphitheater green room. The
building by the playground.
Please complete registration form and turn in no later than
March 12th. Registration Form
5/22/10 Oil Ranch CANCELLED
Oil Ranch Family Day
When: Saturday, May 22
Where: Hockley Texas
A family day of fun. Lunch will be provided thanks to Krogers. Activities include pony rides, milking cows, dairy barn, baby animal farm, train rides, hayride, Indian Village and bring your swim suits for the swimming pool
Cost: $5.00 per person which will pay for your admission and lunch.
We will leave Post Oak Mall caravan style at 9am.
RSVP: dsabv@yahoo.com or 979-778-7010
5/21/10 Summer Reading/Math Program for students with Down syndrome
Summer Reading/Math Program for students
with Down
syndrome
The DSABV will be holding a summer reading and Math
Program for students with Down syndrome. The student/teacher ratio will be a
maximum of 4/1
Register Early class limit is 16 students per program.
Deadline for registration will be May 21, 2010.
Cost of the class is $75 for one or $125 for both. If
you need assistance with payment please contact Christy Knight at 979-778-7010.
Eligibility requirements: Student has Down syndrome,
Kindergarten through 2nd grade
functioning level in math and/or reading.
Dates of Class:
Math – June 8, 22, 29, July 6, 27, and August 10th
Reading – June 10, 24, July 1, 8, 29 and August
12th
Class will be from 3:30 – 5pm. You will be able to drop
off your child at 3:15pm. The classes will be held at Central Baptist Church at 1991
FM 158 Bryan.
Please complete attached application return with payment
and copy of current IEP to DSABV 2910 Horseback Ct. College Station TX
77845. Deadline for registration will be May 21,
2010.
