A Message From the Director – Winter 2022
It is with a mix of gratitude, satisfaction and joy that we present our Winter 2022 edition of the Raising […]
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News & Updates
Staff Spotlight: Michelle Henretta
Throughout her professional life, Michelle has worked as a paraprofessional and special education teacher teaching students of all abilities. She has experience in behavior coaching at Fort Huachuca and is highly involved in the local adaptive recreation programs in Sierra Vista.
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Preventing Abuse and Neglect
Amy Silverman of KJZZ.org and her colleagues shared information about the abuse of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in Arizona through a multi-episode series titled UNSAFE. We believe that this is critical information for families.
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Staff Spotlight: Tracey Sullivan
Tracey Sullivan first became interested in working with children with special health care needs when her nephew was diagnosed with sensorineural hearing loss, language delays and autism.
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A Message From the Director – Fall 2022
In December 2021 we say farewell to Jennifer Kupiszewski as she leaves the Raising Special Kids board of directors after many years of dedicated service to the organization. Jennifer has been at the center of many, if not all, of the major Raising Special Kids initiatives during her time with the organization.
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The ABCs of 504 Plans
To qualify for a 504 plan, a student needs to meet a definition set out by law which has three parts. The student must have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities. Having an impairment alone doesn’t qualify a student for a 504 plan; there must be a substantial limitation in one or more life activities.
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Let’s Salsabrate!
Raising Special Kids is honored to be one of the recipients of Fresh Cravings’ “Salsabrate the Good” Awards.
What You Need To Know When Voting in Arizona
Learn about your voting rights, voter registration, knowing your rights, Special Election Boards, and resolving problems on Election Day
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DDD Provider Rate Increase Virtual Forums
DDD will host a series of virtual forums in August 2022. We encourage members, families, vendors and providers to attend. DDD will talk about its proposed use for these funds.
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AZ State Bar Recognizes Raising Special Kids
Being recognized for our important work in supporting families raising children with disabilities in our state is an honor.
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