ASK's 2008-2009 Meetings
Meetings at Lawrence Middle School Library on Princeton Pike
7 PM-8:30 PM and FREE -- Unless otherwise specified
(Optional:
Bring a snack to share.)
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Date |
Topic |
Description |
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Wed., Oct. 1 7pm-8:30 pm |
Beyond Back to School Night Guests: Kris Deni, Jay Billy, Erin Servillo, plus ASK members |
Learn more about ASK & find out what the district has planned for special needs. This is a great opportunity to ask questions. |
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Session 1: Oct - Nov Session 2: Feb –March |
Family Drum & Music Circle Weekly Series led by: Greg Rapport, Musician/Teacher Preregistration and fees required* |
Relax, laugh, and make music together. No experience needed. Just a desire to spend time together and have fun through music. Contact: bandman42@aol.com for info. |
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Thurs., Nov. 13 7pm-8:30 pm |
Social Skills Speaker: Elice Warner, Behavior Specialist |
Learn more about social skills, its impact, and techniques for improvement. |
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Thurs., Dec . 4 7pm-8:30 pm |
Trusts, Wills & Guardianship Speaker: Hillary Freeman from Hinkle, Fingles & Prior Law Assoc. |
Find out the advantages of preparing a will and trust that will protect disabled family members to receive funds while maintaining eligibility for government programs. |
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TBA Dec/Jan |
Winter Party! |
Party time!!!! (Possibly bowling.) More info to follow. Check website for details. |
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Thurs. Jan. 8 7pm-8:30 pm |
Transitions within the District Guest Speakers: Lawrence District Student Services |
What happens when your child transitions from PreK to K to elementary to intermediate to middle to high school? Learn what to expect and how to plan for it. |
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Thurs. Feb. 5 7pm-9 pm |
Therapy Night: OT, PT, Speech & More Various health professionals |
Want to learn more about occupational therapy (OT), physical therapy (PT), speech therapy and other special services? Hear the scoop from a variety of professionals. |
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Thurs. March 5 7pm-9pm |
Consultation Night Various special education experts |
Sign up for free mini-consultations with experienced special ed experts covering law, advocacy, special services, recreation, transitions, health issues, and more. |
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April – TBA 7 pm-8:30 pm |
Meet the Candidates Lawrence School Board Candidates |
Here’s a chance to learn about the school board candidates and share your concerns. |
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Thurs. May 7 7 pm-8:30 pm |
Running Around: ADHD Speaker: Jane Milrod Jemas (CHADD) |
Find out more about ADD/ADHD from a specialist and personal ADHD consultant. |
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June-TBA |
End of Year Party! |
Party time!!!! (Possibly a swim party). More info to follow. Check website. |
ASK Information & Planning Meetings
ASK needs your support, ideas and help. All are welcome to our planning meetings. Dates and times to be announced. For updates and
information, visit www.asknj.org. To receive email announcements contact 