'Enjoying The Hi-5's of Autism - A Family Experience'

Hi5! We are still just as excited about our 5 year old as the day when the doctor pronounced,"You're Pregnant!" Yep, we're still jumping for joy,and so is he! We are sharing our joy,disappointments,successes and challenges as a family with a child touched by AUTISM-a neurological condition considered a developmental disability.If you care to share, please do.Join us on Google Blogger/Reader/Buzz/orkut,hi5, digg,Facebook,Twitter,Yahoo!Buzz,YouTube,MySpace, holiday WordPress.ENJOY!KBJCosse'Family

Tuesday, June 5, 2012

CSI Summer Science Camp fun with Team Combustion 1912 Robots!

Hi5!

First Robotics Team 1912 Combustion, The 2012 Bayou Regional Chairman's Award Winner, is at our son's camp today!

CAD Design of our 2012 Robot - Thermite

Here's a pic of one of the robot designs the CCE CSI Summer Campers will enjoy today! CAD Design of our 2012 Robot - Thermite

Thanks to CCE CSI Science Camp for inviting Team Combustion 1912 and their awesome robots!

CSI Camp Director Teacher Charelene LoGiudice

Joshua's Teacher Lauri Drouant

All of the Camp Teachers and high school Buddies!
Coach Beasley and Mrs. Andee,too!

Hope our CCE CSI Summer Campers get to meet BURNie!

BURNie!

CCE CSI Science Camp
Theme: Science Investigations/experiments

Cypress Cove Elementary School

Principal Lisa Dial

Vice Principal Arlene Sealy

St. Tammany School News Online

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Home - Team Combustion 1912
Team Combustion may have visited your school or camp. You may have seen them in local newspapers. What about the awesome FRC and their community efforts, too.
Check out these photos! An active Calendar! Safety Center, Media, Team Blog, SPHERES and much more!
Volunteering to run Bocca Fields at the Special Olympics State Games

We get dirty to restore our local marshes

Demoing at Fit as Firefighters Camp

2012 Krewe of Slidellian Mardi Gras Parade

Thanking our School Board

Thanking JC Penny for their gracious sponsorship

Northshore High School's FIRST Robotics Team 1912 Combustion, located in Slidell, Louisiana, was established in the fall of 2005 by a small group of seniors. Since then, we have expanded into a diverse family of mentoring professionals and enthusiastic students from all grades. As we implemented the values and goals of FIRST throughout the seasons, every student was able to leave the team enriched with vital science, engineering, and real-life skills. The overwhelming task of building a functioning, effective robot within six weeks challenges students to communicate, cooperate, and learn as a team. Throughout this intense timeframe team members absorb everything from project management to programming and power-drilling, and become dedicated to promoting science and technology. Our love for teamwork and engineering extends into the off-season with demos, volunteering, workshops, and camps throughout the region. With so many places to go and events to run, students here at Northshore discover that building the robot is only the beginning of their FIRST experience.

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For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology

The FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) is a distinctive style of sport designed to challenge the mind instead of the body in order to help foster a love for science and engineering in young adults. FIRST challenges its members to "transform our culture" using unique methods to educate their communities. Each year a new game is unveiled with its own unique challenges and obstacles to overcome. Teams across the world must.. Read more

Team 1912 Combustion

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Four separate appearances (literally hundreds of miles apart) in five days all during our week-long Science Camp? Challenge Accepted.

June 1

What a week!Ended Rocket Camp only to start Science Camp on Monday. Plus we made some Girl Scout friends this morning!

FIRST Combustion

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FIRST Team 1912 Combustion

May 23, 2012 - Public

Had fun in the state capitol today..we got introduced during a legislative session in front of the Senate and House of Representative and then met our Governor. Watch out, cause robotics is getting political!

FIRST Team 1912 Combustion

May 1, 2012 - Public

What a fantastic Championship! Thermite did very well in qualification rounds, the entire experience was a crazy amount of fun, we made a lot of new friends and memories and our very own Rachel Holladay became a FIRST Dean's List Winner!

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Monday, June 4, 2012

Vaccinations of US children declined after publication of now-refuted autism risk

Health economics researchers have found that publication of the perceived risk linking the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine to autism in the late 1990s seemingly led to declines in the vaccination rate of children. Lenisa Chang, assistant professor of economics in UC's Carl H. Lindner College of Business - For her study, "The MMR-Autism Controversy: Did Autism Concerns Affect Vaccine Take Up?" to be presented during the 4th Biennial Conference of the American Society of Health Economics June 10-13 in Minnesota, Chang examined data from the National Immunization Survey from 1995 through 2006 to gauge parents' response toward the vaccine-autism controversy.

University of Cincinnati (2012, June 4). Vaccinations of US children declined after publication of now-refuted autism risk.

Vaccinations of US children declined after publication of now-refuted autism risk

The above story is reprinted from materials provided by University of Cincinnati. The original article was written by Judy Ashton.

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2012 Minneapolis | ASHEcon

[ 4th Biennial Conference of the American Society of Health Economists: Optimizing Health and Healthcare ]

The Fourth Biennial Conference of the American Society of Health Economists (ASHEcon), a professional organization dedicated to promoting excellence in health economics research, will be held at the Carlson School, University of Minnesota, June 10-13, 2012. The theme is “Optimizing Health and Healthcare.”

The American Society of Health Economists (ASHEcon) is a newly formed professional organization dedicated to promoting excellence in health economics research in the United States. ASHEcon is an affiliate of the International Health Economics Association. ASHEcon will provide a forum for emerging ideas and empirical results of health economics research.

SIGN THE PETITION: Stormy Rich Gets Banned From Bus Because She Wanted To Stop Bullying - The Petition Site

Stormy Rich, 18, photographed by her school in Umatilla, on Wednesday, May 23, 2012 after being reprimanded for standing up to bullies on behalf of a mentally challenged student on a bus from Umatilla High School. Though she had permission to ride the bus originally her privaledge has been revoked as a result.

Stormy Rich complained about how older students were treating a mentally challenged on the bus.

Rich told Fox 35 about the mean middle school bullies: "They would be mean to her, tell her she couldn't sit on certain spots on the bus. They were giving her food that they put in her mouth. I actually had to tell her to spit it out because she didn't understand."

Stormy Rich Gets Banned From Bus Because She Wanted To Stop Bullying

Their response: Ban Stormy from riding the bus.

Stormy Rich will graduate next week with a 3.67 GPA and has been awarded scholarships. She strives to continue to help others and plans to start nursing studies at Daytona State College.

Still, is this mentally challenged girl still being bullied? Will it get worse since the students who ride the bus know they will not be punished? Shouldn't the school do something about bullying?

Read about it here: http://www.dailycommercial.com/News/LakeCounty/052312bully

Target: Umatilla High School School Officials In Umatilla, Florida

Sponsored by: Wendy Schroeder

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ACT Today for Military Families - Support Military Families Impacted by Autism

"Every military family makes special sacrifices...those families with children who have been diagnosed with autism have additional stresses as they cope with an extraordinarily complex bureaucracy to secure the support that these precious children deserve. Please support these children and their parents who have sacrificed so much.” ~ Major General Mike Lehnert, USMC (Retired)

ACT Today! for Military Families is making a positive difference in the lives of military families, one child at a time.

1 in 88 military children have autism.

Military families impacted by autism face extraordinary challenges.

Since July 2010, ATMF has helped many military children access effective treatments and quality of life supports which were previously unattainable.

Donate today and help a military child with autism

Watch a video highlighting Jimmy and Nicky

ACT Today for Military Families - Support Military Families Impacted by Autism

Your Donation pays for...

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Every donation, both large and small, from corporations to individuals, is used to help make a difference in the life of a military child with autism. Thank you for your support!
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Act Today! For military Famlies - Events

Cox ATMF Inclusion Film Program

When: June 18 - June 29, 2012
Where: Cox Communications HQ in San Diego, CA
For more information, visit http://www.acttodayformilitaryfamilies.org/coxfilmprogram.aspx

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6th Annual ACT Today! Charity Golf Classic

When: Monday, August 27, 2012
Where: North Ranch Country Club, Westlake Village, CA
For more information, visit http://act-today.org/golftournament/

7th Annual Denim & Diamonds

When: Saturday, November 3, 2012
Where: Calamigos Ranch, Malibu, CA
For more information, visit http://www.denimanddiamondsforautism.net/

3rd Annual ATMF 5k/10k Run/Walk and Family Festival

3rd Annual ATMF 5k/10k Run/Walk and Family Festival

When: Saturday, April 6, 2013

Where: Mission Bay Park, San Diego, CA

For more information, visit http://www.acttodayformilitaryfamilies.org/events_walk_run.aspx

Connect with us!

Thanks to the Fox Network Group, the ACT Today! for Military Families PSA is airing on the Fox Network. This Public Service Announcement features veteran actor, Joe Mantegna, and the theme song, "Maybe Tomorrow," written and performed by Robbin Thompson. Special thanks to Joe Mantegna, Read Jackson, Curtis Roen, and Loren Mendell for donating your time and talents to make this PSA possible.
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Saturday, June 2, 2012

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Camp Ramapo for Children: Integrating Young Adults with Asperger Syndrome with Typical Peers

Regardless of challenges, all youth want the same things: to learn, have friends, feel valued, and experience success.
For many young adults On the spectrum, especially those with Asperger Syndrome, comfortable interaction with typically developing peers is more a dream than a reality. These young adults need safe opportunities to interact with typically developing peers.

Roadblocks on the Path to Independence

The Staff Assistant Experience: Supporting Young Adults in Transition is a residential transition-to-independence Program for young adults ages 18-25 with social, emotional and learning challenges. At the Rhinebeck Campus, Ramapo for Children Helps Participants develop Independent Living Skills, Social Skills and Job Skills in an Integrated and Inclusive environment.

Roommate, Job Coaches, Mentors: Immersion with Typically Developing Peers
Building Social and Emotional Confidence one day at a time
Kyle Avery, Ramapo for Children

250 acres of scenic, wooded lakefront designed for a multitude of Camp Ramapo and Ramapo Retreats activities. Rhinebeck - New York
Take a tour

Enjoy this Ramapo for Children 2011 Scholarship Appeals video.

We've posted more Camp Ramapo videos below and you can find many personal and professional videos via YouTube.

HELP FOR PARENTS WITH CHILDREN WHO HAVE ASPERGERS/HIGH-FUNCTIONING AUTISM

Hi5! Thanks 'My Aspergers Child' for sharing Ramapo for Children!

To read the complete article, go to My Aspergers Child: Integrating Young Adults with Asperger Syndrome wi...: 'Integrating Young Adults with Asperger Syndrome with Typically Developing Peers: An Essential Step in the Transition to Independence'

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At the heart of the Ramapo approach is our ability to equip educators, caregivers, and youth with the skills they need to build trusting relationships, serve as effective role models, handle challenging behaviors constructively, and improve continuously through reflective practice.

Through direct service youth programs and highly regarded training programs for adults, Ramapo works on behalf of children who face obstacles to learning, enabling them to succeed in the classroom, at home, and in life
With 90 years of experience, Ramapo for Children has developed a unique ability to create inclusive environments that promote positive behavioral change, foster skill development, and help support learning and personal growth.

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Friday, June 1, 2012

Karate, Teen Glow Dance, Summer Camp, Pirates Cove --- All for AUTISM!

Kicking off the EnjoyHi5!Autism Summer series are:

Karate Fun for a Cause - All ages and abilities come join Community Autism Now with American Martial Arts Academy - Raffle items include 2 weeks of Karate lessons, a karate uniform; and a birthday party! - June 2nd http://www.communityautismnow.org/KarateFun.pdf

Teen Glow Dance - For Teens with Special Needs - Come enjoy the music, glow lights, refreshments and meeting new friends!! A Great Social Experience!! - June 8th Purchase Tickets: http://teenglowdance.eventbrite.com/

Event Flyer: http://communityautismnow.org/TeenGlowDance.pdf
Community Autism Now aims to promote autism awareness, assistance and resources to families, children, and individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder

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Pirates Cove 'Illuminating Autism' - annual fundraiser June 1-3 benefits High Hopes, an early intervention program utilizing researched based ABA techniques focusing on verbal, social and classroom skill; and the main objective is independent integration into the classroom.

A weekend jam-packed with live music and attractions, including a silent auction; a $10 raffle for a golden Reale salvaged from the wreck of the treasure ship El Cazador; and a $100 raffle for a 2012 Jeep Wrangler. Only 500 tickets will be sold for each; they are available through highhopes4autism.org. High Hopes is an early intervention program utilizing researched based ABA techniques. We focus on verbal, social and classroom skill. The main objective is independent integration into the classroom.

Pee Wee Summer Camp - Autism Spectrum Disorder Foundation yearly partners with Oakland University Oakland University Center for Autism Research, Education and Support (OUCARES) to offer financial assistance for its Pee Wee Summer Day Camp for children with an Autism Spectrum Disorder, ages 3 - 5 years old.

The Autism Spectrum Disorder Foundation scholarship donation of $2,000 helped OUCARES enable parents of newly diagnosed children to attend the OUCARES camp. The Pee Wee Summer Day Camp Activities focus on providing skills to improve quality of life; are structured and are planned around a weekly theme. Arts & Crafts, Social Skills, Sports and Fitness, Music, Sensory Fun and so much more!!! [4 sessions: June 18 - August 10]
The Autism Spectrum Disorder Foundation (myASDF) charity supports children with autism spectrum disorders and provides education, information, and financial assistance to their families and relevant community service organizations.
OUCARES integrates academic course work, knowledge and research with hands-on work in the community to prepare professionals to be leaders in the autism community.