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Parent Resource Center
for families of children with special needs and Youth Sports Programs for
“Rising Stars”
393
Denbigh Boulevard, Suite 1
Newport News, VA 23608
Phone (757)
283-6368
Fax (757) 283-6369
Just-Us-Kidz,
Inc. is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization affiliated with Community
Builders Network and Hampton-Newport Community Services Board
Mission
Statement
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To
improve educational outcomes for children and youth with all
disabilities (emotional, learning, mental, and physical).
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provide educational and instructional youth sports programs to at-risk
youth that will help to achieve success at school and within the
communities where they live
About
Our Program
Just-Us-Kidz,
Inc. Parent Resource Center
provides training and information to parents of infants, toddlers,
children, and youth with disabilities and to professionals who work with
children. This
assistance helps parents to participate more effectively with
professionals in meeting the educational needs of children and youth with
disabilities.
Our
Youth Sports Programs are designed to provide structured sports and
enrichment activities for at-risk children ages 5-18.
In addition to various sporting and physical activities,
participants will receive information on:
drug and alcohol prevention, nutrition, career opportunities,
computers, higher education, and community concerns.
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SES helps students catch up in important subjects like reading, language arts, and mathematics.
The services may include tutoring, after-school classes, weekend classes, or summer classes.
How would my child qualify?
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Your child attends a Title 1 school that has not made Adequate Yearly Progress
for two or more consecutive years, and
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Your Child qualifies for free or reduced-price lunch
What is the deadline for enrolling my child in SES?
What are a parent/guardian’s responsibilities for SES?
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Enroll your child in SES
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Talk with the SES provider and your child’s
teacher about the academic goals for your child.
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Arrange transportation to pick up your child-On Time
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Make sure your child ATTENDS every tutoring session.
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Keep in touch with the provider to check on your child’s progress
How can I learn
more?
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"Co-parenting, Two Parents and Two Homes" A court approved class offered 2
times per month. The cost is $40.00 per person/$80.00 for two. The is a 4 hour
class (9:00 am - 4::00 pm). Participants receive a letter of completion on
the day of the class. For additional information: contact (757) 283-6368.
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| Parent Resource Center Provides: |
Youth Sports Programs Provide: |
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Information & Referral Services
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Support Groups and Advocacy
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Early Intervention
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Title I Services for At-Risk Students
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Dispute Resolution
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Parenting Classes
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Training Seminars and Workshops on:
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Basic Special Education Rights
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Special Education School and Reform
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Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
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No Child Left Behind Act
(NCLB)
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Families in Early Intervention
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Parent and Professional Collaboration
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Discipline: Process and Substance
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Developing an Individualized Education Plan
(IEP) for Achievement
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Transition from School to Adult Life
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Positive Behavioral Intervention Support for
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Children with Challenging Behaviors
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Due Process Procedure
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Special Education Mediation and much more.
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- FITABILITIES – a fitness program for special needs children
- Sports Clinics and Camps
- Sports Leagues (engage in sports competitions)
- Juvenile delinquency prevention.
- Recreation through participation in organized team sports
- Opportunity to learn and to experience a variety of sports
- Promote health and fitness:
- Encourage cooperation and social skills
- Develop skills such as listening and following directions
- A source of fun and enjoyment to enrich lives.
- Making healthy health decisions.
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