Four U Academy Inc.
presents;
a “taste” of
Autism
“Special Foods for Special People”
Autism Awareness Month Event
April, 18th, 2015
Presented to:
Presented by
Brent Carmichael – Director
Four U Academy Inc.
www.fouruacdemy.org
Zak Knudsen
General Manager
7600 N. 42nd Ave.
New Hope, Mn 55427
a “taste” of Autism
“Special Foods for Special People”
Event Host:
Pub 42
7600 N. 42nd Ave. New Hope, Mn 55427
Date: April 18th, 2015
Location: Pub 42 – New Hope, Minnesota
Time: a taste of Autism 3pm – 8pm
Band: Music 8pm -12am
Other Participants: Community Consumers, Loyal Patrons and Autism Supporters
Businesses participation: Serving the Autism Community.
Autism Awareness Month
a “taste” of
Autism
“Special Foods for Special People”
Program Description
a “taste” of AUTISM
Will spotlight Pub 42 and a select menu of “unique”
culinary samples for the community to taste. Pub 42
and Four U Academy Inc. has become partners in the
Autism Community to provide individuals, families and
communities affected by autism assisted technology and
sensory integration units at no cost.
Autism Awareness Month
a “taste” of
Autism
“Special Foods for Special People”
Community Consumers
Community Consumers
Will be invited to join the Autism Community at Pub 42
to “taste” the culinary treats produced by Pub 42 staff.
Each consumer will be asked to provide a $10 donation
to “Team up” for Technology. Participating patrons will
have a chance to win door prizes and special discounts
(drinks) for the event.
Autism Awareness Month
a “taste” of
Autism
“Special Foods for Special People”
Business Community
Business Community
Pub 42 will solicit the local business community to participate in “a
taste” of Autism expo ,by providing products and/or merchandise
for use by the Autism community. Each participating business will be
asked to provide a $50 table fee. Business can distribute coupons,
special discounts and/ or informational flyers marketing their
business products/merchandise..
Autism Awareness Month
a “taste” of
Autism
“Special Foods for Special People”
Entertainment
Entertainment
Can be organized by having a Blues Band (Light it up Blues”
for Autism) or an Open Mic (Poetry) presentation on the
struggles of Autism. To expand the entertainment we could
spotlight the Autism programs in the Minnesota area during the
open mic spotlight. During the night have contest challenging
each organization to compete for prizes.
“Team up” for Technology
AUTISM ALERT DECAL
Up dated Version
COMING SOON!
Local Kids
“ Helping save lives in our community.”
Local Families
Local Police, Fire & EMS
Emergency responders
Home or Vehicle
What is “Team up” for Technology ?
TEAM UP 4 TECHNOLOGY has been developed to assist individuals, families and emergency personnel living, loving and/or working
with all those affected by autism at home, school or during an emergency. By providing assisted technology and sensory integration units we
can help keep individuals on the Autism Spectrum. By receiving UPDATED technology those on the spectrum will have tools to effectively
communicate their educational and social needs.
b-Calm Audio Units
help those with sensory challenges.
Designed for children, teens and
adults with Autism, ADHD, or
other disabilities. Many
organizations such as: schools,
daycares, social service agencies,
day care facilities, clinics, medical
offices, dental offices use our
systems to provide a calm and
stable environment.
iPads are a tool for education and
I – Pads / Apps
Sensory Integration
Deep pressure weighted vests and blankets can be
highly beneficial to some children with autism. Based
on the sensory integration added weight or pressure
provides the special needs child with unconscious
information from their muscles and joints.
communication. Since iPads have
customizable options, the iPad can be
tailored to the child and his/her specific
needs, which make them more attractive
educational and social learning device.
Four U Academy
request a search for
families in need of
assisted technology
at no cost.
Autism Alert Decal
Home, Car & Community
Home Decal
Car Decal
Upgraded Decal
coming soon!
Near Home Address
Back Drivers
Side
Decals
Free to hundreds of
Autism Families
(Training for Emergency Personnel)
Father hopes decals can protect the autistic, emergency ...
_______search _______
Decal alerts first responders to people with autism
Decals can be
given away to all
participants at
the “taste” of
Autism Event
Decals keep Police, Fire & EMS Safe
Brent Carmichael
Four U Academy Director
940.368.9666
Email: [email protected]
www.fouruacademy.org
Four U Academy Inc.
Director
www.fouruacademy.org
Brent Carmichael
bio
Single father raised son on the
autism spectrum (24 years).
Son (28) presently resides in
Lewisville, Texas in a
Independent living program.
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Played professional basketball
USA, Philippines and Hong Kong
Jersey Retired – Rockford Lightning
Played Division I basketball
(University of Northern Iowa)
High School Hall of Fame –(2 times)
College basketball – all conference
High School state tournament record
holder- (11 steals in a game)
Three Rivers conference
“Coach of the Year”
Spiritual Foundation
Special Olympics
volunteer
Fellowship of
Christian Athletes
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Bachelors of Liberal ArtsUniversity of Northern
Iowa
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Basketball Coach
• Dallas Lutheran -Dallas
• Coram Deo – F. Mound, Texas
• Peet Jr. High – Iowa
• Riverdale High – Illinois
• United Township – Illinois
• Glenview Middle – Illinois
• Quad City Basketball Academy
Community Service
Over 2000 hours volunteering
Summer Park Director
Assistant Head Start Director
Drug Prevention –Mayor’s Office
Summer Arts Program Director
Lifetime member PTA
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity (30 years)
Professional Service
Milton B Thrasher Award gang prevention
Director of Midnight Basketball league
National youth violence
consultant/workshop presenter
Special Education Advisor
Prevention/ Intervention Specialist
Keynote & Motivational Speaker
Conference Organizer
DARE Board Member
a “taste” of
Autism
“Special Food for Special People”
Contact
Brent Carmichael
Four U Academy Director
[email protected]
940.368.9666
www.fouruacademy.org