Special Kids, Inc. (SKI) Events
We've always got something going on at SKI, so check back on this page regularly for exciting new events meet-ups! Also be sure to review our SKI Training page and Parent Support Group page for even more support and knowledge sharing.
Got an event you'd like us to feature on the Special Kids, Inc. site? Contact us and let us know!
Upcoming SKI Events:
- December 2008 - tentative date & location - winter forum
Parent Support Meetings
Our Parent Support meetings are a great way to reach out and build relationships with other parents and family members of disabled children. View our Parent Support page to learn more about upcoming meetings.
Training provided by Special Kids, Inc.:
SKI offers a variety of great training classes for parents and families of Special Needs children. Here are a few classes we hold on a regular basis:
- June-July 2008: Camp OMBC at Outreach Missionary Baptist Church
S.E.E.D. Center 5055 Belfort St Houston, TX 77033. This is an
inclusion camp but child must be higher functioning. Program includes
spiritual enrichment, fun activities, and field trips each week. Lunch
and a snack is served everyday. A small fee will be assessed to offset
cost of trips and materials. Volunteers are needed and space is
limited. Registration will began in May. Contact: Quisa Wyatt,
Camp Coordinator at 713 734-5355. Look for more information and
updates in the newsletter.
Together Everyone Achieves More (TEAM)
Other Volunteer Opportunities with SKI:
The Agnes Johnson Technology Center, Location: 2600 South Loop West Suite #340, Hours: Mon-Thur 4pm to 7pm Volunteers needed for tech center. Contact: Diona Poledore, Volunteer Coordinator 713-734-5355.
Volunteers needed to start and coordinate SKI in Public Schools (SIPS); parent groups in local area schools. This is a parent support group. Parents of children in Special Education coming together to share information, experiences, resources and to support each other. Light refreshments are served (coffee and donuts), information is provided as well as resources and updates on what new with the Dept of Ed and TEA in regards to special education services and other news. Meetings are held at least one time monthly. The coordinator of each school will set the schedule and activities. Parents are their child's first line of defense in getting the services needed to be successful in school. If you want to start a SIPS in your school, contact our office for more information. Contact: Diona Poledore, Volunteer Coordinator 713-734-5355.
Assistant Editor for the SKI Report Newsletter is needed. Please contact Helen Davis, Co-Director 713-734-5355 if you are interested.
Advocacy Training
SKI is dedicated to helping parents become strong advocates for their children. Whether in Washington DC lobbying for your child's rights or training parents on available resources and federal regulations, we are here for you! Read more about our Advocacy Training here!
Support Groups
There's no better support for a parent with a special needs child than another parent. SKI facilitates support groups for families to learn from each other, share experiences and provide needed support. Read more about our SKI Support Groups here!
Upcoming Events
SKI is constantly adding new training and networking events to our calendar. Check out our SKI events!