"Children are likely to live up to what you believe of them."
~Lady Bird Johnson

"The secret of education lies in respecting the pupil."
~Ralph Waldo Emerson

"Our prime purpose in this life is to help others. And if you can't help them, at least don't hurt them."
~Dalai Lama


Tuesday, August 30, 2011

Atlanta: Don't Miss This Workshop!


North Fulton Autism Support Group Meeting

DateSunday September 11, 2011

Time2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Topic"Parental Rights Workshop”

This informative and highly interactive workshop is designed to get your questions answered! Allison B. Vrolijk, Esq. will outline parental rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) in easy-to-understand terms and share tips to navigate the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process.  The floor will remain open throughout the workshop for you to ask those pressing questions.  
SpeakerAllison B. Vrolijk, Esq.
Allison B. Vrolijk, Esq. earned her law degree from Duke University School of Law and has previously practiced in the area of criminal prosecution.  She is a member of the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates and is a graduate of the Georgia Advocacy Office’s Parent Leadership Support Project VIII.  She represents children with disabilities, both in the school setting and in juvenile court.  A mother of three sons, two with special needs, Allison works to achieve amicable solutions at the lowest level possible.  Visit her at http://www.vrolijklaw.com or on Facebook atfacebook.com/SpecialEdAttorneyAllisonBVrolijk.

WHEREEmory John’s Creek Hospital
6325 Hospital Parkway
AKA
6325 West Johns Xing (Street Name Changed)
Suite 109
Johns Creek, GA 30097
Enter through the main doors of the Hospital.  The Physicians' Plaza doors are locked on the weekends. 
Once in the main doors, head down the long hallway to the left. 
Enter the Physicians Plaza and stay straight.  Suite 109 will be on your right. 

PLEASE RSVP to debbiedobbs@comcast.net. Debbiedobbs @ Comcast.net (no spaces).  Handouts will be provided to those who RSVP.  You have permission to forward this message. This event is completely free and open to all. No childcare available.
Disclaimer: North Fulton Autism Support Group, Incprovides general information to the autism community. The information comes from a variety of sources, and North Fulton Autism Support Group, Inc. does not independently verify any of it. Nothing presented at meetings, emails or in print should be construed as medical or legal advice. Always consult your child's doctor regarding his or her individual needs.

Additional Hospital  Directions:  http://www.emoryjohnscreek.com/about-us/map-directions.html