The Institute on Communication and Inclusion at Syracuse University will hold its 2011 Summer Institute Wednesday, July 20 to Friday, July 22, at the MIT Media Lab on the campus of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, Mass. The 2011 Summer Institute theme is “Finding a Voice, Finding a Place, Finding a Purpose.” The… read more
On February 23, TASH is holding a congressional briefing on education reform with the National Down Syndrome Society, in partnership with the Collaboration to Promote Self-Determination. We’re inviting all congressional leaders and staff to attend this discussion on creating inclusive school environments. You can help, by urging your Senators and Representatives to attend this important… read more
With more content and more ways to connect than ever before, the new TASH.org isn’t just a new website, it’s a whole new online experience. After many months of planning, TASH.org’s much anticipated (and much needed!!) facelift is finally complete. We’re proud to introduce you to the online resource and advocacy center for everything TASH.… read more
TASH New England wants you to be a part of its 2011 Conference this April 1-2, 2011, at the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, Mass. The 2011 Conference theme is “Come Together, Right Now!” Reaffirming Values and Mobilizing Resources for Meaningful Lives. Save the date – and don’t forget to submit any proposals… read more
2011 Cal-TASH Conference and Meeting Irvine Hilton/Orange County Airport Hotel Irvine, California March 4-5, 2011 Come join fellow advocates, educators and other professionals at the 29th Annual Cal-TASH Conference and Meeting at the Irvine Hilton/Orange County Airport Hotel March 4-5, 2011! Join Cal-TASH for two days of networking, learning and sharing. Topics include literacy, inclusive… read more
Disability Scoop’s (www.disabilityscoop.com) Michelle Diament held an in-depth interview with Alexa Posny, the assistant secretary for special education and rehabilitative services with the Department of Education. Posny was asked what the near future holds for students with disabilities in regards to academic standards, restraint and seclusion, teacher training and inclusion. On restraint and seclusion: [Posny] “The… read more
Check out the all new TASH Conference website for the latest details about the 2013 TASH Conference, December 11-14 in Chicago, Illinois! Click Here… read more
The following appeared in TASH in Action, TASH’s bi-weekly electronic newsletter. In Nation’s Largest District, 1 in 3 Suspensions Handed to Kids in Special Education – Disability Scoop A recent report indicates students in special education programs account for 1 in 3 of all student suspensions in New York City public schools despite the fact that… read more
New Jersey Governor Chris Christie is in favor of creating additional public schools for educating children with autism in the state, a clear departure from the practice of integrating students with disabilities into neighborhood schools. Many organizations and parent advocates have spoken out about the proposal, pointing to the value of academic and social skills… read more
The following is an important notice from the Alliance for the Prevention of Restraint, Aversive Interventions and Seclusion (APRAIS) The APRAIS coalition is committed to ending abusive practices. Together, we have an opportunity to continue an effort to pass federal legislation to reduce and prevent restraint and seclusion use in schools. The practice of restraint… read more
