The new poll for April has been posted on our front page. We would love to have your input. Stop by and check it out! www.BDSHelps.com.
World Autism Awareness Day 2010
Today is World Autism Awareness Day. It is currently estimated that 1 in 110 children will be diagnosed with Autism. The rate is higher for boys and currently estimated at 1 in 70.
Autism Speaks, a US based organization that is working to raise awareness of Autism, how it affect individuals, and how you can help.
Last night buildings around the word, including the Empire State Building, turned on blue lights in support of their campaign. Today, Autism Speaks has requested that people wear blue shirts to show their support. For more information about Autism Speaks, World Autism Awareness Day or the Light It Up Blue campaign, please visit the websites listed below.
Autism Speaks
World Autism Awareness Day
http://www.worldautismawarenessday.org.
Light It Up Blue
Special Reminder…
To all BDS Technicians:
On March 27, 2010 BDS will be offering two classes in our Staff Training Series. If you are interested in attending either course, contact the office via email at [email protected] or call us at 240-355-0834.
12 pm – 3 pm The ABCs of ABA with BDS
This training was developed to provide staff members with a basic working knowledge of applied behavior analysis (ABA) and verbal behavior (VB). During this course, students will learn information concerning reinforcement, punishment, data collection, and methodologies for teaching
3:30 pm – 6:30 pm Behavioral Measurement, Display, and Change Procedures
This course was developed to assist staff members in understanding and collecting objective qualitative and quantitative data as well as processing the data that has been collected. During this course students will have the opportunity to utilize several different data sheets that are used in BDS home- and center-based programs. Prerequisite: BDS 102
If you are interested in attending any of the trainings, contact the office via email at [email protected] or call us at 240-355-0834.
Getting Started Early
A little birdie told us that the Walk Now for Autism will be taking place on November 6, 2010 on the National Mall in DC. Okay, we didn’t hear it from a little birdie; the information has already been posted on their website.
We’re taking full advantage of the early notification and have decided to get started with the fundraising early. All those interested in participating with our team should contact our office at [email protected] or call us at 240-355-0834.
Thank You!!!
We wanted to thank everyone who joined us tonight for the first part of our Lessons on Learning series. Don’t forget about the special offer that Barbara made during the call and remember the offer expires tomorrow at 5 pm.
We will be setting a date for the next installment in the series soon, so check this page often or subscribe to make sure that you get the information.