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SUPPORT FOR FAMILIES OF CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES
SUPPORT FOR FAMILIES OF CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES A support and resource organization providing services for families of children with disabilities
Speech and Language Development Workshop
(for parents of children 0 - 5 years old)
Presenter: Kim Scott, Speech-Language Pathologist
This workshop will empower parents to become their child’s primary language facilitator, thereby maximizing the child’s opportunities for communication development in everyday situations. Parents will learn the importance of early intervention and how they can play an active role in improve their child’s communication development. Parents will also learn simple techniques and strategies that they can use to help improve their child’s language skills.
For the convenience of families, this workshop will be repeated on the following three dates:
+ Friday, January 29 from 10:30 a.m.—12:30 p.m.
+ Thursday, February 18 from 6:30 p.m.—8:30 p.m. (repeated)
+ Friday, March 26 10:30 a.m.—12:30 p.m. (repeated)
Location: Support for Families of Children with Disabilities
2601 Mission Street, Rm. 604, San Francisco, 94110.
Free care giving and interpretation services are available for families who pre-register.
To reserve care giving, request interpretation, or attend the workshop, please call: (415) 920-5040.
Bank of America’s Neighborhood Excellence Initiative offers community-minded high school juniors and seniors an invaluable opportunity to help change the world through:
· An 8-week paid summer internship at a local non-profit
· A student leadership Summit in Washington DC
· Lessons in how non-profits, government, and business can partner to create a positive impact on our communities Students interested in serving the greater good, inspiring others, and making the world a better place apply by February 17, 2010 at: www.bankofamerica.com/neistudentleaders
Register youth for the Know Justice Conference happening Wed. Feb 3, 2010
Hello Comrades & Happy New Year !!!!!!!!!!
I would like to personally invite you and any youth you work with to come out to the: 2nd Annual KNOW JUSTICE CONFERENCE Wednesday, FEB 3rd at San Francisco State
The 2010 Know Justice Conference brings together young people and their families, service providers and community partners from across the Bay Area to learn about their rights in the juvenile justice system, be connected to valuable community resources and receive training on how to organize for justice in their communities.
San Francisco State University Towers Conference Center 1600 Holloway Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94132 Wednesday, February 3, 2010 9:00am-4:00pm
To register for this event, contact Cassandra James, Girls Detention Advocacy Program Coordinator at 415-703-8800 ext. 215 or cassandra@cywd.org NO LATER THAN Jan 25th.
This event is brought to you by the Center for Young Women's Development, the SF Youth Commission and United Playaz
Julia Sabory Youth Commission Director
City and County of San Francisco City Hall, Room 345 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place S.F., CA 94102 415.554.7112 Julia.Sabory@sfgov.org
Next Cycle of Skills Training for High School Students Begins in February
Enterprise for High School Students will be launching the next cycle of the 10 week Pathways Program starting this February! High school and GED students interested in job skills training and paid internships and jobs should call EHSS at 415 392-7600 X 1 and sign up for an Information Session to learn more about the program and the application process. Information Sessions are at 4:30 pm on 1/5, 1/8, 1/12, 1/15, 1/19, or 1/22. Students interested in summer programs, including the Junior Caddie Program, Career Exploration internships, and Summer Gardening Program, MUST either be current Enterprise members or participate in Pathways to be eligible. Questions: Helen Lee at hlee@ehss.org.
DCYF’s Youth Empowerment Fund Advisory Board (YEFAB) is looking for 8 young people who want to help make a change in communities in San Francisco by funding and evaluating youth programs. Members of the YEFAB decide how to fund up to $1 million in youth-led projects each year, work closely with the SF Youth Commission, and serve as a voice for San Francisco’s youth.
Are you?
• A leader at school, in a community organization, or in an extracurricular activity
• Committed to making a positive change for youth in San Francisco
• Interested in working with youth and adults from diverse backgrounds
• Between the ages 14-17 and resident of the city and county of San Francisco
• In good academic standing and have a 2.5 cumulative GPA
What do YEFAB members do?
• Work and attend meetings up to 5 hours a week
• Make decisions on how to fund youth-led projects
• Develop leadership skills and learn how to read and review grant proposals
• Get to know youth programs in San Francisco
• Run community meetings such as trainings, workshops, and focus groups
• Learn about how youth are being leaders in youth programs and community organizations
FREE CAHSEE/GED Saturday classes at the Bayview Beacon at Burton High School
Dear Community Leader/Parent,
The Bayview Beacon at Burton High School, in partnership with City College of San Francisco (CCSF), is sponsoring FREE Saturday classes for high school youth and adults!! Classes take place Saturdays, 9am-12pm. January 9 (or Jan 23) – May 15. EVERYONE is welcome, no matter what school your youth attends.
A) Students earn 5 high school credits:
____ English - CAHSEE Preparation OR
____ Math - CAHSEE Preparation
b) Students earn 1 college credit:
____ Energy Lab – Class provides hands-on experience with cutting edge energy technologies
c) Adults study for the GED exam!!!!
____ GED Preparation
Registration is EASY!! Call 415.469.4550, ext. 13253, as soon as possible and no later than January 7, 2010. Space is limited.
Stay tuned for information on employment services, fun classes (cooking, dance, fashion) and parent support workshops for adults, to start in the by February. Remember, youth programs have already begun and are open to everyone, no matter what school your youth attends.
If you have questions about our programs or services, please call 415.469.4550, ext 13223. English, Spanish and Cantonese are spoken.
Happy Holidays and we look forward to serving your family and you!
Every Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:10pm to 8:30pm OMI/Excelsior Beacon Center is located at James Denman Middle School 241 Oneida Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94112 Near Balboa Park BART, Muni (9x and others) Near Geneva and Ocean. Geneva/Ocean Exit off 280. Public Speaking
Includes instruction and practice in the various forms of public address and the techniques for orally presenting ideas clearly, concisely, and coherently. Being an effective communicator can mean the difference between being a manager and being managed. Let us help sharpen your skills to take you to the next level. 1. Develop effective skills in the organization and delivery of public speeches. 2. Analyze and evaluate public speeches to become a more critical evaluator of information and a more critical thinker. 3. Compare and contrast different methods of effective public speaking techniques. 4. Understand and utilize principles of research. 5. Distinguish between denotative and connotative language. 6. Distinguish between general and specific language. 7. Distinguish between types of evidence and between evidence and generalizations. 8. Use active listening techniques to analyze the effectiveness of a public speech. Need help with gaining skills and confidence in public speaking? Come see us.
Venue San Francisco International Airport Museum Galleries South McDonnell Road South Link Road
San Francisco International Airport Area
Ticket Info Free Admission
Aquarium: Underwater Planet Free
On display are representatives from three distinct aquatic communities. Each species of fish plays a vital role within its habitat while maintaining individual characteristics to ensure its survival. As we learn more about the under water planet, we recognize its importance to the larger environment. Presented in conjunction with the Steinhart Aquarium, California Academy of Sciences, as part of its ongoing commitment to education. Exhibit Location: Terminal 1 Time: Sunday-Saturday 12:00am-12:00am
Who: Britton Courts Apartments What: Affordable Housing Wait List Opportunities in San Francisco Where: 1250 Sunnydale Ave SF, CA. 94134 Contact: 415-584-4800 Note: They have 1,2,3 and 4 bedrooms. 2 bedroom units available.
Who: Bayview Apartments What: Affordable Housing Wait List Opportunities in San Francisco Where: 5 Commer Ct., SF, and CA. 94124 Contact: 415-285-7344 Note: Go directly to the site to pick up an application.
Who: Shoreview Apartments What: Affordable Housing Wait List Opportunities in San Francisco Where: 35 Lillian St., SF, and CA 94124 Contact: 415-647-6922 Note: Building currently being renovated. Wait list approximately 9 months
