Free and for District of Columbia residents only. June 18, 2018

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SPARK Summer Coding Program Starts July 16! Apply Today! Connect.DC is launching a SPARK summer coding and entrepreneurship program* for DC students. We hope the program—delivered in partnership with Clearly Innovative—sparks an interest in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) for DC students who have had limited exposure to tech programs or want to learn more about potential tech careers.  For more information and to apply, please visit connect.dc.gov/spark. *These programs are free and for District of Columbia residents only.

About Connect.DC Created by the DC Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO) in 2010, Connect.DC works to bridge the digital divide by making technology easier to use, more accessible, more affordable, and more relevant to the everyday lives of District residents. Learn more. Visit our website Send us an email Join the conversation on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter Call 202-CONNECT (266-6328) Text INFO to 83224 for updates

FREE.....Course: Culture\Empathy\Cognitive\Outrospection. June 14, 2018

Professional Effectiveness   The Power of Outrospection When was the last time you walked in someone else’s shoes to understand their beliefs, fears, and experiences? “Outrospection”, also known as cognitive empathy, may be the secret to understanding global challenges and driving social change. This short animation will inspire you to step outside yourself and discover other people’s lives.

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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.