Now Seeking New Members. Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities June 2018

Community Advisory Council

COMMUNITY ADVISERS We work in partnership with a Community Advisory Council, (CAC) advisers who represent the voice of the disability community, advising and supporting the Center in meeting its responsibilities to the citizens of Maryland in accordance with the DD Act. The Council is led by CAC chair and vice chair: Elizabeth Benevides Hussman Foundation Join the Council View this email in your browser

Advisory Council Seeks New Members!  Are you interested in supporting Maryland citizens with developmental disabilities through advocacy and improved services? Are you interested in sharing your knowledge and experiences with the Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities to set priorities and assist in its mission? Are you committed to advancing the concerns and needs of people with developmental disabilities? The Community Advisory Council (CAC) of the Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities is seeking new members. The CAC brings together people with diverse perspectives, experiences, and knowledge to assist the MCDD in meeting its responsibilities to the citizens of Maryland. View the position description. Positions are currently open for: siblings direct care providers, and provider agency representatives. You can print the application or complete it online. Click below to find out more information about CAC roles and responsibilities, meeting schedules, and requirements. Questions? Please contact Tylea Powell at MCDD, 443-923-9594.  Sincerely, Beth Benevides Chair, Community Advisory Committee Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities Associate Director Hussman Foundation Hussman Institute for Autism   Find Out More

About Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities at Kennedy Krieger Institute (MCDD) The MCDD links the community to vital research and information to improve the lives of people with disabilities. Our mission is to provide leadership that advances inclusion for people with intellectual, developmental, and other disabilities. The Center is one of a national network of University Centers for Excellence funded by the Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.  MCDD Staff Community Advisory Council Partners Resource Finder Copyright © 2017 | Privacy Policy

Adopt a School. DCPS June 2018

Adopt a DCPS School

DC Public Schools (DCPS) is now accepting Adopt-a-School Program applications from community and/or corporate organizations for the 2018-2019 school year. This program provides an opportunity for organizations to build a lasting partnership with a DCPS school.

With the support of DCPS staff, partners commit to work with their school for a minimum of one school year, supporting a minimum of three school activities and one donation effort. Activities range from Career Days to Back to School Nights and more. We encourage interested groups to learn more at dcpsadoptaschool.org and click “I am a Potential Partner” to start an application. Interested organizations can also email adoptaschool@dc.gov with questions.

Applications are due June 28, 2018.