Special Needs
Mission of Special Needs Committee
Mark your calendar for September 7th from 8:20-10:00. Join parents to meet and support one another. This is a great way to get to know staff and other parents in our community.
Did you know?
Safe Schools Tipline
To report any acts of school violence, bullying or vandalism, students, staff members, parents and community members are encouraged to call the district's anonymous tipline: (925) 820-5632.
Ability Awareness Program
SRVUSD has compiled a list of lessons to help elementary school children learn more about what it is like to have specific challenges. To explore more, read up on SRVUSD Ability Awareness Program.
GOALS for Autism
Goals for Autism, Inc. is pleased to announce enrollment in social skills groups for adolescents aged 12-17 starting September 2011 in the San Ramon and Brentwood areas. Groups will utilize the empirically supported UCLA PEERS Program curriculum. The groups will address topics such as:
- Conversation skills
- Appropriate use of humor
- Choosing appropriate friends
- Good sportsmanship
- Participation in peer get-togethers
- Bullying, teasing, and embarrassment
- Handling disagreements
The PEERS program is parent-assisted; parent participation is not optional! PEERS groups run for 28 weeks, once a week for an hour and a half. For more information, contact Amy Bona, Director of Operations, at (415) 218-4157 or abona@goalsforautism.com.
