Schedule - Baltimore County Public Schools

ADHD – Intervention Strategies for Home and School
Description:
This workshop will help parents to help their children with special needs.
Event type:
Workshop
Target audience: Parents/Caregivers
Sponsored by:
BCPS Office of Special Education
Date
Time
Location
BCPS Greenwood Campus
Wednesday, April 22, 2015
7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Bldg. E, Room 114
6901 N. Charles Street 21204
Registration
Registration required:
410-887-5443 or
[email protected]
BCPL (Baltimore County Public Library) Story Time
Description:
This half-hour interactive program is designed for adults and children from birth to preschool age.
Event type:
Workshop
Target audience: Parents/Caregivers (children welcome with parent)
Sponsored by:
Baltimore County Public Library
Date
Time
Location
Registration
Creative Kids
Every third Thursday of each
958 Ashbridge Dr. Suite C
11:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Registration not required
month
Essex, MD 21221
410-687-7326
BCPS Parentmobile Visit
Description:
Visitors board the Parentmobile to learn about BCPS' curriculum, at-home learning resources, BCPS' Web sites, community
resources, and resources to support families of students with special needs or limited English proficiency.
Event type:
Parentmobile visit
Target audience: Parents and caregivers (students welcome with parent)
Sponsored by:
BCPS Office of Family and Community Engagement
Date
Time
Location
Registration
Thursday, March 5, 2015
Baltimore Highlands Elementary
Registration not required
6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
4200 Annapolis Road 21227
Multicultural Evening
Thursday, March 19, 2015
Riderwood Elementary
Registration not required 9:00 a.m. – noon
1711 Landrake Road 21204
Kindergarten Round-Up
Monday, March 23, 2015
4:00 – 6:30 p.m.
Riverview Elementary
Registration not required 3298 Kessler Road 21227
Reading Night
Behavior Management at Home
Description:
Event type:
Target audience:
Sponsored by:
Date
This workshop will help parents to help their children with special needs.
Workshop
Parents/Caregivers
BCPS Office of Special Education
Time
Location
BCPS Greenwood Campus
Thursday, May 7, 2015
7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Bldg. E, Room 114
6901 N. Charles Street 21204
Registration
Registration required:
410-887-5443 or
[email protected]
College Saving – Parent Information Night
Description:
Event type:
Target audience:
Sponsored by:
Date
The program offers information and application materials for anyone interested in saving for future college education.
Workshop
Parents/Adults
College Savings Plans of Maryland
Time
Location
Registration
Tuesday, February 24, 2015
7:00 p.m.
Pikesville Middle School
7701 Seven Mile Lane 21208
College Savings Plans of Maryland
1-888-4MD-GRAD Wednesday, February 25, 2015
7:00 p.m.
Sudbrook Middle Magnet
4300 Bedford Road 21208
College Savings Plans of Maryland
1-888-4MD-GRAD
Wednesday, March 4, 2015
7:00 p.m.
Ridgely Middle
121 Ridgely Road 21093
College Savings Plans of Maryland
1-888-4MD-GRAD Financial Planning for Children with Disabilites
Description:
This workshop will help parents to help their children with special needs.
Event type:
Workshop
Target audience: Parents/Caregivers
Sponsored by:
BCPS Office of Special Education
Date
Time
Location
BCPS Greenwood Campus
Thursday, April 23, 2015
7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Bldg. E, Room 114
6901 N. Charles Street 21204
Registration
Registration required:
410-887-5443 or
[email protected]
GT CAC Listening Post
Description:
Event type:
Target audience:
Sponsored by:
Help us help you! Come share your child’s GT experiences with us – your feedback helps us improve our GT advocacy!
Workshop
Parents/Adults
Citizens Advisory Committee for Gifted and Talented Education – The Citizens Advisory Committee for Gifted and Talented
Education is a parent and community group advocating and supporting gifted and talented education efforts.
Date
Time
Location
Registration
Charlesmont Elementary
Registration not required
Wednesday, April 15, 2015
7:00 p.m.
7800 West Collingham Drive 21222
GT CAC Mini-Workshops
Description:
Event type:
Target audience:
Sponsored by:
This event will present mini-workshops (elementary math and others TBD).
Workshop
Parents/Adults
Citizens Advisory Committee for Gifted and Talented Education – The Citizens Advisory Committee for Gifted and Talented
Education is a parent and community group advocating and supporting gifted and talented education efforts.
Date
Time
Location
Registration
Wednesday, May 6, 2015
7:00 p.m.
Location TBD
Registration not required
Guardianship for Children with Disabilities Description:
This workshop will help parents to help their children with special needs.
Event type:
Workshop
Target audience: Parents/Caregivers
Sponsored by:
BCPS Office of Special Education
Date
Time
Location
BCPS Greenwood Campus
Thursday, April 30, 2015
7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Bldg. E, Room 114
6901 N. Charles Street 21204
Registration
Registration Required:
410-887-5443 or
[email protected]
Help, My Child Is Anxious!
Description:
Event type:
Target audience:
Sponsored by:
This workshop will help parents to help their children with special needs.
Workshop
Parents/Caregivers
BCPS Office of Special Education
BCPS Greenwood Campus
Thursday, March 26, 2015
7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Bldg. E, Room 114
6901 N. Charles Street 21204
Registration required:
410-887-5443 or
[email protected]
Importance of the Read-Aloud
Description:
This workshop will teach parents the importance of reading aloud to their children, even after their children have become
fluent readers. The presenter will also discuss how to choose appropriate books for children.
Event type:
Workshop
Target audience: Parents/Adults
Sponsored by:
Hawthorne Elementary School Tuesday, March 31, 2015
6:00 p.m.
Baltimore County Public Library
/Essex Branch
Registration not required
Junior Achievement Personal Finance
Description:
Put your money skills to the test at this interactive reality simulation
Event type:
Workshop
Target audience: Parents and caregivers (children welcome with parents)
Sponsored by:
Junior Achievement of Central Maryland
Date
Time
Location
CCBC-Catonsville
Saturday, April 25, 2015
10:00 a.m. – noon
Student Services Center
800 South Rolling Road 21228
Registration
Registration not required
Kinship Care Family Support Group
Description:
The Kinship Care Family Support Group helps kinship families find solutions to challenges they face in raising and caring for
grandchildren, nieces, nephews, etc. Refreshments served.
Event type:
Workshop
Target audience: Parents and caregivers (childcare for children 3-14 with RSVP)
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by Catholic Charities, Child and Family Services
Date
Time
Location
Registration
Liberty Family Resource Center
Julie Smith
Friday, February 13, 2015
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
3525 Resource Drive
410-282-9430, Ext. 103
Randallstown 21133
[email protected]
St. Rita Parish Center
Julie Smith
Thursday, February 26, 2015
6:00 –7:00 p.m.
2903 Dunleer Road
410-282-9430, Ext. 103
Dundalk 21222
[email protected]
Liberty Family Resource Center
Julie Smith
Friday, March 13, 2015
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
3525 Resource Drive
410-282-9430, Ext. 103
Randallstown 21133
[email protected]
St. Rita Parish Center
Julie Smith
Thursday, March 26, 2015
6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
2903 Dunleer Road
410-282-9430, Ext. 103
Dundalk 21222
[email protected]
Liberty Family Resource Center
Julie Smith
Friday, April 10, 2015
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
3525 Resource Drive
410-282-9430, Ext. 103
Randallstown 21133
[email protected]
Thursday, April 30, 2015
Friday, May 8, 2015
Thursday, May 28, 2015
Friday, June 12, 2015
6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
St. Rita Parish Center
2903 Dunleer Road
Dundalk 21222
Liberty Family Resource Center
3525 Resource Drive
Randallstown 21133
St. Rita Parish Center
2903 Dunleer Road
Dundalk 21222
Liberty Family Resource Center
3525 Resource Drive
Randallstown 21133
Julie Smith
410-282-9430, Ext. 103
[email protected]
Julie Smith
410-282-9430, Ext. 103
[email protected]
Julie Smith
410-282-9430, Ext. 103
[email protected]
Julie Smith
410-282-9430, Ext. 103
[email protected]
NAMI Basics (National Alliance for the Mentally Ill)
Description:
NAMI Basics is a free six-week course for parents/caregivers of those under the age of 17 living with mental health issues.
Sessions taught by trained teachers offer information on getting an accurate diagnosis, handling challenging behavior,
treatment options, advocating for your child, and communication and problem-solving skills. For more information visit
www.namibaltimore.org or email [email protected]
Event type:
Six-week course
Target audience: Families
Sponsored by:
National Alliance on Mental Illness Metropolitan Baltimore
Date
Time
Location
Registration
NAMI Office
Registration required:
Call for dates and times.
5210 York Road 21212
410-435-2600
Parents’ Guide to Digital Content for Elementary School Students
Description:
Parents will be empowered to support student homework, research, and study by utilizing BCPS digital content at home.
Event type:
Workshop
Target audience: Parents/Caregivers (children welcome with parent)
Date
Time
Location
Registration
Winfield Elementary
Thursday, February 26, 2015
6:00 p.m.
Registration not required
8300 Carlson Lane 21244
Pathways to Your Future: Career and Technology Education Opportunities Description:
Participants will learn about CTE programs and benefits of completing a program.
Event type:
Presentation
Target audience: Parents/Caregivers (children welcome with parent)
Sponsored by:
BCPS Office of Career and Technology Education
Date
Time
Location
6:00 – 6:45 p.m. and
7:00-7:45 p.m. Lite dinner Rosedale Library meeting room
Thursday, February 19, 2015
6105 Kenwood Avenue 21237
sponsored by Casey’s Restaurant
Registration
Registration: Eventbrite
or call 410-887-8921
Raising Drug-Free Kids
Description:
A monthly educational seminar for parents, children, families, educators, and professionals to learn about new trends in
street drugs, preventive education, treatment resources and drug testing.
Event type:
Workshop
Target audience: Parents and caregivers (students welcome with parent)
Sponsored by:
Maryland Addiction Recovery Center and Alere Toxicology
Date
Time
Location
Registration
Maryland Addiction Recovery
Call 410-773-0500, Ext. 101, for
Wednesday, March 4, 2015
7:00 p.m.
110 West Road, # 410, 21204
additional information.
Maryland Addiction Recovery
Call 410-773-0500, Ext. 101, for
Wednesday, April 1, 2015
7:00 p.m.
110 West Road, # 410, 21204
additional information.
Maryland Addiction Recovery
Call 410-773-0500, Ext. 101, for
Wednesday, May 6, 2015
7:00 p.m.
110 West Road, # 410, 21204
additional information.
Sealant Saturday 2015
Description:
This is a free event, but registration is required. CCBC hygiene students will apply protective sealants for children 6 to 18
years old to prevent tooth decay.
Target audience: Parents and caregivers (students welcome with parent)
Sponsored by:
CCBC and Maryland Dental Hygienist Association
Date
Time
Location
Registration
CCBC Dundalk
Call 443-840-3340 to leave number to
Saturday, February 28, 2015
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
7000 Sollers Point Road 21222
set up appointment
Southeast Area Advisory Council Meeting
Description:
Advisory Councils hold meetings to provide information and gather information to report directly to the BCPS Board of
Education.
Event type:
Meeting
Target audience: Parents/Adults
Sponsored by:
Northeast Area Advisory Council
Date
Time
Location
Registration
Wednesday, March 11, 2015
Hawthorne Elementary
7:00 p.m.
Registration not required 125 Kingston Road 21220
S.T.A.T. Update
Wednesday, May 13, 2015
Sussex Elementary
Registration not required 7:00 p.m.
Developing Proficiency in a
515 South Woodward Drive 21221
Second Language
Southwest Area Advisory Council Description:
These meetings will address a different topic each month (see topics for each date below).
Event type:
Informational Meeting
Target audience: Parents and caregivers (students welcome with parent)
Sponsored by:
Southwest Area Advisory Council
Date
Time
Location
Registration
Wednesday, February 18, 2015
Lansdowne High School
Registration not required
7:00 p.m.
Transitioning from Elementary to
3800 Hollins Ferry Road 21227
Middle School
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
Catonsville Elementary
Registration not required
7:00 p.m.
615 Frederick Road 21228
Digital Devices
Wednesday, April 15, 2015
Hillcrest Elementary
Registration not required
7:00 p.m.
1500 Frederick Road 21228
Legislative Reception
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Relay Elementary
Registration not required
7:00 p.m.
5885 Selford Road 21227
Language Barriers
Wednesday, June 17, 2015
Chadwick Elementary
Registration not required
7:00 p.m.
1918 Winder Road 21244
New School Year Calendar
Special Education Citizens’ Advisory Committee Meeting
Description:
These parent forums will address a different topic each month (see topics for each date below).
Event type:
Informational Meeting
Target audience: Parents/Adults
Sponsored by:
Special Education Citizens’ Advisory Committee
Date
Time
Location
Registration
BCPS Greenwood Campus
Monday, March 9, 2015
Bldg. E, Room 114
Registration not required
7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Challenging Behaviors
6901 N. Charles Street 21204
Monday, April 13, 2015
BCPS Greenwood Campus
7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Bldg. E, Room 114
Registration not required
Common Core Standards and
6901 N. Charles Street 21204
Assessments
Monday, May 11, 2015
BCPS Greenwood Campus
7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Bldg. E, Room 114
Registration not required
Assistant Superintendents’
6901 N. Charles Street 21204
Roundtable
Special Families Unite
Description:
This event provides educational and support resource for families with children with special needs.
Event type:
Workshop
Target audience: Parents/Caregivers
Sponsored by:
Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital
Date
Time
Location
Registration
Registration required: Michelle
Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital
Hanover at [email protected] or
Tuesday, March 10, 2015
6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
1708 West Rogers Avenue 21209
410-578-2651
Registration required: Michelle
Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital
Hanover at [email protected] or
Tuesday, May 12, 2015
6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
1708 West Rogers Avenue 21209
410-578-2651
SSI for Students with Disabilities
Description:
Free parent workshop to help your child with special needs
Event type:
Workshop
Target audience: Parents/Caregivers
Sponsored by:
BCPS Office of Special Education
Date
Time
Location
The IMAGE Center
Thursday, April 16, 2015
7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
300 E. Joppa Road, Suite 312
Towson, MD 21286
Registration
Registration required:
410-887-5443 or
[email protected]
The PARCC Assessments and Students with Disabilities
Description:
The PARCC Assessment will be replacing the MSAs for Grades 3–8 in math and English/language arts and several of the
HSA tests beginning with the 2014–2015 school year. This assessment is aligned with Maryland’s College and Career
Ready Standards and will be given in a computerized format. If you have questions about these PARCC assessments,
listen to this FREE pre-recorded webinar.
Event type:
Webinar
Target audience: Parents/Adults
Date
Time
Location
Registration
Access the webinar at
Registration not required
Ongoing
Available online
http://tinyurl.com/oje7pna
Transition Planning for Students with Disabilities
Description:
This parent workshop is designed to help your child with special needs
Event type:
Workshop
Target audience: Parents/Caregivers
Date
Time
Location
BCPS Greenwood Campus
Monday, March 30, 2015
7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Bldg. E, Room 114
6901 N. Charles Street 21204
Registration
Registration required:
410-887-5443 or
[email protected]
What’s Grand About Being a Grandparent?
Description:
This workshop highlights topics relevant to the important role of grandparents.
Event type:
Workshop
Target audience: Adults
Sponsored by:
Baltimore County Department of Aging
Date
Time
Location
Rosedale Senior Center
Wednesday, February 18, 2015
10:30 a.m.
1208 Neighbors Avenue 21237
Fleming Senior Center
Tuesday, March 3, 2015
1:00 p.m.
641 Main Street 21222
Woodlawn Senior Center
Thursday, March 26, 2015
12:30 p.m.
2120 Gwynn Oak Avenue 21136
Lansdowne Senior Center
Monday, April 27, 2015
11:00 a.m.
424 Third Avenue 21227
Pikesville Senior Center
Wednesday, May 6, 2015
1:00 p.m.
1301 Reisterstown Road 21208
Liberty Senior Center
Tuesday, May 12, 2015
9:30 a.m.
3525 Resource Drive 21133
Catonsville Senior Center
Wednesday, May 27, 2015
10:00 a.m.
501 N. Rolling Road 21228
Victory Villa Senior Center
Wednesday, June 10, 2015
10:30 a.m.
403 Compass Road 21220
Edgemere Senior Center
Tuesday, June 16, 2015
11:00 a.m.
6600 North Point Road 21222
Ateaze Senior Center
Friday, July 10, 2015
10:00 a.m.
7401 Holabird Avenue 21222
Jacksonville Senior Center
Thursday, July 23, 2015
1:00 p.m.
3605A Sweet Air Road 21131
Seven Oaks Senior Center
Tuesday, August 11, 2015
10:00 a.m.
9210 Seven Courts Drive 21236
Parkville Senior Center
Tuesday, September 15, 2015
11:00 a.m.
8601 Harford Road 21234
Overlea Senior Center
Thursday, September 24, 2015
1:00 p.m.
4314 Fullerton Avenue 21236
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Friday, October 9, 2015
12:45 p.m.
Friday, October 23, 2015
11:00 a.m.
Friday, November 6, 2015
10:00 a.m.
Arbutus Senior Center
855A Sulphur Spring Road 21227
Cockeysville Senior Center
10535 York Road 21030
Bykota Senior Center
611 Central Avenue 21204
Registration not required
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Registration not required