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What's Happening at the North Shore Arc!
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Friday, August 1, 2008 |
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Event Title: Summer Spotlight Program
Friday, August 1, 2008
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Summer 2008
6 Weeks of Spotlight!
Spotlight is a social pragmatics program for 10-20 year olds with Asperger's Syndrome and Related Disorders.
June 30th - August 8th
Monday -Friday 9 AM-2 PM
Activities include:
Theater Games
Video Production
Swimming and
Field Trips!
Focus on Key Social Pragmatic Areas Including:
Theory of Mind
Group Interaction
Independent Conversation
Identification of Feelings
Stress Coping Skills
Body Language
Receptive Non-Verbal Cues
Eye Contact
Tone of Voice
Curriculum Includes:
Unique social pragmatics teaching method involving use of acting games and dramatic training!
Positive social reinforcement through strong relationships built between the students and the staff, as well as between the students themselves!
Careful use of strong age-appropriate motivators such as video games and noncompetitive physical activity!
For more information or to register,
Contact Brian Gordon, Program Director at BGordon@nsarc.org ~ 978.624.2335
or
Michael Culp, Program Coordinator at MCulp@nsarc.org ~ 978.624.2309
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Saturday, August 2, 2008 (1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 16 18 19 20 21 22 23)
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Event Title: Building Blocks Saturday Morning Playgroup
Where: First Steps Child Care Center, 6 Southside Road, Danvers, MA 01923
Saturday, August 2, 2008
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM EST
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Building Blocks, a program of the North Shore Arc, offers a six-week Summer session play group designed for children 36 months to 6 years
with a diagnosis on the autism spectrum.
Our play group has a staff of trained specialists who focus on providing opportunities for social interactions and peer play. The classroom is a small, structured, predictable environment that will provide a positive learning environment for your child. Staff:child ratio of 1:3
Sessions are held at
The Center for Developmental Excellence in Danvers
First Steps Child Care Center.
July 12 - August 26
Cost - $250
Play group is held on Saturday mornings from 9:00am-11:30am
Please contact Maureen Branconnier for further information regarding our upcoming play group (978) 624-2327.
Please note that enrollment is limited.
Please see the response form on the "What's New" Button on www.nsarc.org
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Event Title: Free Saturday Morning Playgroup!
Where: First Steps Child Care Center, 6 Southside Road, Danvers, MA 01923
Saturday, August 2, 2008
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM EST
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The Building Blocks Program
Is looking to fill openings for our Summer session of Saturday Morning Play group for children between the ages of 3-6.
Our integrated play group has a staff of trained specialists who will focus on developing social interactions and play skills.
"Model" children are needed for the play group.
Run errands, grab a cup of coffee, or enjoy some quiet time while your child participates in circle, snack, arts & crafts, and so much more!!!
It's easy, fun, and FREE!
Sessions will be held at
The Center for Developmental Excellence
at 6 Southside Rd. Danvers, MA 01923
First Steps Child Care Center
The play group will run
Summer Session: July 12- August 16
from 9:00am-11:30am.
Please feel free to contact me for further information regarding the upcoming play group.
PLEASE CONTACT Maureen Branconnier if interested
Maureen Branconnier, Director Building Blocks Program
6 Southside Road, Danvers, MA 01923 (978) 624-2327
mbranconnier@nsarc.org
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Monday, August 4, 2008 (1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 16 18 19 20 21 22 23)
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Event Title: Summer Spotlight Program
Monday, August 4, 2008
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Summer 2008
6 Weeks of Spotlight!
Spotlight is a social pragmatics program for 10-20 year olds with Asperger's Syndrome and Related Disorders.
June 30th - August 8th
Monday -Friday 9 AM-2 PM
Activities include:
Theater Games
Video Production
Swimming and
Field Trips!
Focus on Key Social Pragmatic Areas Including:
Theory of Mind
Group Interaction
Independent Conversation
Identification of Feelings
Stress Coping Skills
Body Language
Receptive Non-Verbal Cues
Eye Contact
Tone of Voice
Curriculum Includes:
Unique social pragmatics teaching method involving use of acting games and dramatic training!
Positive social reinforcement through strong relationships built between the students and the staff, as well as between the students themselves!
Careful use of strong age-appropriate motivators such as video games and noncompetitive physical activity!
For more information or to register,
Contact Brian Gordon, Program Director at BGordon@nsarc.org ~ 978.624.2335
or
Michael Culp, Program Coordinator at MCulp@nsarc.org ~ 978.624.2309
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Tuesday, August 5, 2008 (1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 16 18 19 20 21 22 23)
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Event Title: Summer Coffee Hour
Where: 6 Southside Road
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
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Name of Event: Summer Coffee Hour- Every Tuesday morning starting July 8th, 2008
Date of Event: July 8~August 19, 2008
Contact Person: Gloria Castillo
Phone or Email: 978-624-2301
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Event Title: Summer Spotlight Program
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
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Summer 2008
6 Weeks of Spotlight!
Spotlight is a social pragmatics program for 10-20 year olds with Asperger's Syndrome and Related Disorders.
June 30th - August 8th
Monday -Friday 9 AM-2 PM
Activities include:
Theater Games
Video Production
Swimming and
Field Trips!
Focus on Key Social Pragmatic Areas Including:
Theory of Mind
Group Interaction
Independent Conversation
Identification of Feelings
Stress Coping Skills
Body Language
Receptive Non-Verbal Cues
Eye Contact
Tone of Voice
Curriculum Includes:
Unique social pragmatics teaching method involving use of acting games and dramatic training!
Positive social reinforcement through strong relationships built between the students and the staff, as well as between the students themselves!
Careful use of strong age-appropriate motivators such as video games and noncompetitive physical activity!
For more information or to register,
Contact Brian Gordon, Program Director at BGordon@nsarc.org ~ 978.624.2335
or
Michael Culp, Program Coordinator at MCulp@nsarc.org ~ 978.624.2309
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Wednesday, August 6, 2008 (1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 16 18 19 20 21 22 23)
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Event Title: Summer Spotlight Program
Wednesday, August 6, 2008
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Summer 2008
6 Weeks of Spotlight!
Spotlight is a social pragmatics program for 10-20 year olds with Asperger's Syndrome and Related Disorders.
June 30th - August 8th
Monday -Friday 9 AM-2 PM
Activities include:
Theater Games
Video Production
Swimming and
Field Trips!
Focus on Key Social Pragmatic Areas Including:
Theory of Mind
Group Interaction
Independent Conversation
Identification of Feelings
Stress Coping Skills
Body Language
Receptive Non-Verbal Cues
Eye Contact
Tone of Voice
Curriculum Includes:
Unique social pragmatics teaching method involving use of acting games and dramatic training!
Positive social reinforcement through strong relationships built between the students and the staff, as well as between the students themselves!
Careful use of strong age-appropriate motivators such as video games and noncompetitive physical activity!
For more information or to register,
Contact Brian Gordon, Program Director at BGordon@nsarc.org ~ 978.624.2335
or
Michael Culp, Program Coordinator at MCulp@nsarc.org ~ 978.624.2309
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Thursday, August 7, 2008 (1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 16 18 19 20 21 22 23)
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Event Title: Summer Spotlight Program
Thursday, August 7, 2008
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Summer 2008
6 Weeks of Spotlight!
Spotlight is a social pragmatics program for 10-20 year olds with Asperger's Syndrome and Related Disorders.
June 30th - August 8th
Monday -Friday 9 AM-2 PM
Activities include:
Theater Games
Video Production
Swimming and
Field Trips!
Focus on Key Social Pragmatic Areas Including:
Theory of Mind
Group Interaction
Independent Conversation
Identification of Feelings
Stress Coping Skills
Body Language
Receptive Non-Verbal Cues
Eye Contact
Tone of Voice
Curriculum Includes:
Unique social pragmatics teaching method involving use of acting games and dramatic training!
Positive social reinforcement through strong relationships built between the students and the staff, as well as between the students themselves!
Careful use of strong age-appropriate motivators such as video games and noncompetitive physical activity!
For more information or to register,
Contact Brian Gordon, Program Director at BGordon@nsarc.org ~ 978.624.2335
or
Michael Culp, Program Coordinator at MCulp@nsarc.org ~ 978.624.2309
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Friday, August 8, 2008 (1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 16 18 19 20 21 22 23)
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Event Title: Summer Spotlight Program
Friday, August 8, 2008
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Summer 2008
6 Weeks of Spotlight!
Spotlight is a social pragmatics program for 10-20 year olds with Asperger's Syndrome and Related Disorders.
June 30th - August 8th
Monday -Friday 9 AM-2 PM
Activities include:
Theater Games
Video Production
Swimming and
Field Trips!
Focus on Key Social Pragmatic Areas Including:
Theory of Mind
Group Interaction
Independent Conversation
Identification of Feelings
Stress Coping Skills
Body Language
Receptive Non-Verbal Cues
Eye Contact
Tone of Voice
Curriculum Includes:
Unique social pragmatics teaching method involving use of acting games and dramatic training!
Positive social reinforcement through strong relationships built between the students and the staff, as well as between the students themselves!
Careful use of strong age-appropriate motivators such as video games and noncompetitive physical activity!
For more information or to register,
Contact Brian Gordon, Program Director at BGordon@nsarc.org ~ 978.624.2335
or
Michael Culp, Program Coordinator at MCulp@nsarc.org ~ 978.624.2309
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Saturday, August 9, 2008 (1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 16 18 19 20 21 22 23)
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Event Title: Building Blocks Saturday Morning Playgroup
Where: First Steps Child Care Center, 6 Southside Road, Danvers, MA 01923
Saturday, August 9, 2008
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM EST
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Building Blocks, a program of the North Shore Arc, offers a six-week Summer session play group designed for children 36 months to 6 years
with a diagnosis on the autism spectrum.
Our play group has a staff of trained specialists who focus on providing opportunities for social interactions and peer play. The classroom is a small, structured, predictable environment that will provide a positive learning environment for your child. Staff:child ratio of 1:3
Sessions are held at
The Center for Developmental Excellence in Danvers
First Steps Child Care Center.
July 12 - August 26
Cost - $250
Play group is held on Saturday mornings from 9:00am-11:30am
Please contact Maureen Branconnier for further information regarding our upcoming play group (978) 624-2327.
Please note that enrollment is limited.
Please see the response form on the "What's New" Button on www.nsarc.org
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Event Title: Free Saturday Morning Playgroup!
Where: First Steps Child Care Center, 6 Southside Road, Danvers, MA 01923
Saturday, August 9, 2008
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM EST
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The Building Blocks Program
Is looking to fill openings for our Summer session of Saturday Morning Play group for children between the ages of 3-6.
Our integrated play group has a staff of trained specialists who will focus on developing social interactions and play skills.
"Model" children are needed for the play group.
Run errands, grab a cup of coffee, or enjoy some quiet time while your child participates in circle, snack, arts & crafts, and so much more!!!
It's easy, fun, and FREE!
Sessions will be held at
The Center for Developmental Excellence
at 6 Southside Rd. Danvers, MA 01923
First Steps Child Care Center
The play group will run
Summer Session: July 12- August 16
from 9:00am-11:30am.
Please feel free to contact me for further information regarding the upcoming play group.
PLEASE CONTACT Maureen Branconnier if interested
Maureen Branconnier, Director Building Blocks Program
6 Southside Road, Danvers, MA 01923 (978) 624-2327
mbranconnier@nsarc.org
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Tuesday, August 12, 2008 (1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 16 18 19 20 21 22 23)
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Event Title: Summer Coffee Hour
Where: 6 Southside Road
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
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Name of Event: Summer Coffee Hour- Every Tuesday morning starting July 8th, 2008
Date of Event: July 8~August 19, 2008
Contact Person: Gloria Castillo
Phone or Email: 978-624-2301
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Saturday, August 16, 2008 (1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 16 18 19 20 21 22 23)
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Event Title: Building Blocks Saturday Morning Playgroup
Where: First Steps Child Care Center, 6 Southside Road, Danvers, MA 01923
Saturday, August 16, 2008
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM EST
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Building Blocks, a program of the North Shore Arc, offers a six-week Summer session play group designed for children 36 months to 6 years
with a diagnosis on the autism spectrum.
Our play group has a staff of trained specialists who focus on providing opportunities for social interactions and peer play. The classroom is a small, structured, predictable environment that will provide a positive learning environment for your child. Staff:child ratio of 1:3
Sessions are held at
The Center for Developmental Excellence in Danvers
First Steps Child Care Center.
July 12 - August 26
Cost - $250
Play group is held on Saturday mornings from 9:00am-11:30am
Please contact Maureen Branconnier for further information regarding our upcoming play group (978) 624-2327.
Please note that enrollment is limited.
Please see the response form on the "What's New" Button on www.nsarc.org
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Event Title: Free Saturday Morning Playgroup!
Where: First Steps Child Care Center, 6 Southside Road, Danvers, MA 01923
Saturday, August 16, 2008
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM EST
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The Building Blocks Program
Is looking to fill openings for our Summer session of Saturday Morning Play group for children between the ages of 3-6.
Our integrated play group has a staff of trained specialists who will focus on developing social interactions and play skills.
"Model" children are needed for the play group.
Run errands, grab a cup of coffee, or enjoy some quiet time while your child participates in circle, snack, arts & crafts, and so much more!!!
It's easy, fun, and FREE!
Sessions will be held at
The Center for Developmental Excellence
at 6 Southside Rd. Danvers, MA 01923
First Steps Child Care Center
The play group will run
Summer Session: July 12- August 16
from 9:00am-11:30am.
Please feel free to contact me for further information regarding the upcoming play group.
PLEASE CONTACT Maureen Branconnier if interested
Maureen Branconnier, Director Building Blocks Program
6 Southside Road, Danvers, MA 01923 (978) 624-2327
mbranconnier@nsarc.org
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Monday, August 18, 2008 (1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 16 18 19 20 21 22 23)
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Event Title: Summer Session of "On Q"
Monday, August 18, 2008
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What is OnQ?
· OnQ is a social pragmatics group for children
ages 6-10 who have been diagnosed on the
Autism Spectrum.
· OnQ provides services and activities to develop
the social-emotional confidence and competence
of our students.
· OnQ utilizes the concrete presentation of
pragmatics goals and the connection of those
goals to specific, highly-interactive, semi structured
activities, including the novel use of
drama-based activities.
· Goals are addressed and targeted according to
the developmental needs of individual students.
About the Groups
Groups are comprised of 6 students and
3 staff members
The after-school program includes
eight 75-minutes sessions
The one-week vacation and summer
programs consists of five 3-hour
sessions
Groups are identified based on
students' developmental level to ensure
compatible goal selection.
Is Your Child Able To:
Attend to an ongoing activity for short periods of time with
prompting?
Participate in a group activity with shared assistance?
Follow simple and clear directions?
Understand basic language concepts (i.e., same, different,
or and not)?
Use words or communication aids to maintain brief two way
communication exchanges?
For more information, please contact
Rebecca Girard, Program Coordinator
6 Southside Road
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 624-2314
rgirard@nsarc.org
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Tuesday, August 19, 2008 (1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 16 18 19 20 21 22 23)
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Event Title: Summer Coffee Hour
Where: 6 Southside Road
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
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Name of Event: Summer Coffee Hour- Every Tuesday morning starting July 8th, 2008
Date of Event: July 8~August 19, 2008
Contact Person: Gloria Castillo
Phone or Email: 978-624-2301
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Event Title: Summer Session of "On Q"
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
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What is OnQ?
· OnQ is a social pragmatics group for children
ages 6-10 who have been diagnosed on the
Autism Spectrum.
· OnQ provides services and activities to develop
the social-emotional confidence and competence
of our students.
· OnQ utilizes the concrete presentation of
pragmatics goals and the connection of those
goals to specific, highly-interactive, semi structured
activities, including the novel use of
drama-based activities.
· Goals are addressed and targeted according to
the developmental needs of individual students.
About the Groups
Groups are comprised of 6 students and
3 staff members
The after-school program includes
eight 75-minutes sessions
The one-week vacation and summer
programs consists of five 3-hour
sessions
Groups are identified based on
students' developmental level to ensure
compatible goal selection.
Is Your Child Able To:
Attend to an ongoing activity for short periods of time with
prompting?
Participate in a group activity with shared assistance?
Follow simple and clear directions?
Understand basic language concepts (i.e., same, different,
or and not)?
Use words or communication aids to maintain brief two way
communication exchanges?
For more information, please contact
Rebecca Girard, Program Coordinator
6 Southside Road
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 624-2314
rgirard@nsarc.org
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Wednesday, August 20, 2008 (1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 16 18 19 20 21 22 23)
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Event Title: Summer Session of "On Q"
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
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What is OnQ?
· OnQ is a social pragmatics group for children
ages 6-10 who have been diagnosed on the
Autism Spectrum.
· OnQ provides services and activities to develop
the social-emotional confidence and competence
of our students.
· OnQ utilizes the concrete presentation of
pragmatics goals and the connection of those
goals to specific, highly-interactive, semi structured
activities, including the novel use of
drama-based activities.
· Goals are addressed and targeted according to
the developmental needs of individual students.
About the Groups
Groups are comprised of 6 students and
3 staff members
The after-school program includes
eight 75-minutes sessions
The one-week vacation and summer
programs consists of five 3-hour
sessions
Groups are identified based on
students' developmental level to ensure
compatible goal selection.
Is Your Child Able To:
Attend to an ongoing activity for short periods of time with
prompting?
Participate in a group activity with shared assistance?
Follow simple and clear directions?
Understand basic language concepts (i.e., same, different,
or and not)?
Use words or communication aids to maintain brief two way
communication exchanges?
For more information, please contact
Rebecca Girard, Program Coordinator
6 Southside Road
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 624-2314
rgirard@nsarc.org
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Thursday, August 21, 2008 (1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 16 18 19 20 21 22 23)
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Event Title: Summer Session of "On Q"
Thursday, August 21, 2008
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What is OnQ?
· OnQ is a social pragmatics group for children
ages 6-10 who have been diagnosed on the
Autism Spectrum.
· OnQ provides services and activities to develop
the social-emotional confidence and competence
of our students.
· OnQ utilizes the concrete presentation of
pragmatics goals and the connection of those
goals to specific, highly-interactive, semi structured
activities, including the novel use of
drama-based activities.
· Goals are addressed and targeted according to
the developmental needs of individual students.
About the Groups
Groups are comprised of 6 students and
3 staff members
The after-school program includes
eight 75-minutes sessions
The one-week vacation and summer
programs consists of five 3-hour
sessions
Groups are identified based on
students' developmental level to ensure
compatible goal selection.
Is Your Child Able To:
Attend to an ongoing activity for short periods of time with
prompting?
Participate in a group activity with shared assistance?
Follow simple and clear directions?
Understand basic language concepts (i.e., same, different,
or and not)?
Use words or communication aids to maintain brief two way
communication exchanges?
For more information, please contact
Rebecca Girard, Program Coordinator
6 Southside Road
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 624-2314
rgirard@nsarc.org
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Friday, August 22, 2008 (1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 16 18 19 20 21 22 23)
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Event Title: Summer Session of "On Q"
Friday, August 22, 2008
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What is OnQ?
· OnQ is a social pragmatics group for children
ages 6-10 who have been diagnosed on the
Autism Spectrum.
· OnQ provides services and activities to develop
the social-emotional confidence and competence
of our students.
· OnQ utilizes the concrete presentation of
pragmatics goals and the connection of those
goals to specific, highly-interactive, semi structured
activities, including the novel use of
drama-based activities.
· Goals are addressed and targeted according to
the developmental needs of individual students.
About the Groups
Groups are comprised of 6 students and
3 staff members
The after-school program includes
eight 75-minutes sessions
The one-week vacation and summer
programs consists of five 3-hour
sessions
Groups are identified based on
students' developmental level to ensure
compatible goal selection.
Is Your Child Able To:
Attend to an ongoing activity for short periods of time with
prompting?
Participate in a group activity with shared assistance?
Follow simple and clear directions?
Understand basic language concepts (i.e., same, different,
or and not)?
Use words or communication aids to maintain brief two way
communication exchanges?
For more information, please contact
Rebecca Girard, Program Coordinator
6 Southside Road
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 624-2314
rgirard@nsarc.org
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Saturday, August 23, 2008 (1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 16 18 19 20 21 22 23)
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Event Title: Building Blocks Saturday Morning Playgroup
Where: First Steps Child Care Center, 6 Southside Road, Danvers, MA 01923
Saturday, August 23, 2008
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM EST
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Building Blocks, a program of the North Shore Arc, offers a six-week Summer session play group designed for children 36 months to 6 years
with a diagnosis on the autism spectrum.
Our play group has a staff of trained specialists who focus on providing opportunities for social interactions and peer play. The classroom is a small, structured, predictable environment that will provide a positive learning environment for your child. Staff:child ratio of 1:3
Sessions are held at
The Center for Developmental Excellence in Danvers
First Steps Child Care Center.
July 12 - August 26
Cost - $250
Play group is held on Saturday mornings from 9:00am-11:30am
Please contact Maureen Branconnier for further information regarding our upcoming play group (978) 624-2327.
Please note that enrollment is limited.
Please see the response form on the "What's New" Button on www.nsarc.org
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