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April 10, 2012
Panel Discussion with Mayors and Superintendents from Chicago, Los Angeles, and New York
Guest blogger Debbie Taub recounts her attendance at a panel discussion with mayors and superintendents from Chicago, Los Angeles and New York, and some of her thoughts and questions on the future of education.
Posted in by Jonathan Riethmaier
April 6, 2012
Deadline Extended: Proposals to present at the 2012 TASH Conference are now due April 12
The deadline for submitting proposals to present at the 2012 TASH Conference has been extended until April 12 at 11:59 p.m. PST. We’re thrilled with the high volume of interest we’ve received so far and we’re looking forward to a great conference in Long Beach! We want to make sure current and potential submitters have ample opportunity to ensure that their proposals are as strong and complete as possible. To this end, we’ve extended the deadline by one week until April 12 at 11:59 p.m., PST (that’s 2:59 a.m., EST).
Posted in by Jonathan Riethmaier
April 5, 2012
Parent to Parent USA becomes latest member of APRAIS
We’re excited that Parent to Parent USA has become the most recent addition to the APRAIS network of advocates! Parent to Parent has provided support to families of children with disabilities for more than 36 years. They match those seeking information and support with experienced, trained parents who can offer their time and guidance.
Posted in by Jonathan Riethmaier
April 2, 2012
Amy Brenneman, Award-Winning Actress and Advocate for Children with Disabilities, to Keynote 2012 TASH Conference
It looks like attendees at the 2012 TASH Conference in Long Beach, Calif. won’t have to stray too far from the conference to spot a Hollywood star! We’re very excited to share that Amy Brenneman, an award-winning actress and advocate for children with disabilities, has been confirmed as a keynote speaker at the 2012 TASH Conference taking place November 28 – December 1, 2012!
Posted in by Jonathan Riethmaier
March 29, 2012
New TASH Webinar on Restraint and Seclusion Launches April 4
Each day, children with disabilities are at risk of restraint, seclusion and other aversive interventions that cause significant physical and emotional trauma. And while we continue to work toward federal legislation that would restrict these practices, there is something you can do to make a difference in your schools and communities. Join us for a four-part webinar series April 4-May 4, 2012, and gain the tools, knowledge and resources needed to prevent and respond to restraint and seclusion, and become a powerful advocate for change!
Posted in by Jonathan Riethmaier
March 27, 2012
Ohio Gov Signs Executive Order on Community Employment
Ohio Gov. John Kasich signed an executive order establishing the state’s Employment First Policy and Taskforce to expand community employment opportunities for Ohioans with disabilities.
Posted in by Jonathan Riethmaier
TASH Signs on to Letter to Maryland State Board of Education
TASH has signed on to a letter to the Maryland State Board of Education regarding proposed regulations on student discipline, which require greater data collection, promote reductions in disparities for students of color, and require that suspended students receive homework while on suspension, among other changes.
Posted in by Jonathan Riethmaier
March 13, 2012
TASH Responds to AASA Position Supporting Restraint and Seclusion in Schools
Last week, the American Association of School Administrators issued an unsubstantiated, ill-informed and reckless report in which it voiced support for restraint and seclusion use on children in our schools. This report gained much attention through e-mail circulation and national news reports. TASH has responded in order to bring clarity and truth to the conversation.
Posted in by Jonathan Riethmaier
March 9, 2012
TASH is seeking a part-time Administrative Assistant
Do you have great attention to detail, excellent computer skills, and enjoy working in a small, team-oriented environment? The Administrative Assistant is responsible for membership support, data entry, file management, event registration and product fulfillment. Qualified candidates should have one to two years of relevant job experience and, preferably, a two year degree. This position [...]
Posted in by Jonathan Riethmaier
March 8, 2012
Dept. of Education Reveals National Data on U.S. Schools; TASH Responds
New data from the Department of Education examines inequities in education for students of diverse backgrounds, including those with disabilities. TASH looks at the data on restraint and seclusion, and urges officials to do more to protect our nation’s students.
