Speaking Up For Us Self-Advocates worked together to send letters to Congressional Delegates in Washington D.C. after signing onto a letter with over 300 national and state organizations to protect the civil rights of students with disabilities in our country. Those...
Krista’s Boredom Busters Hello, I thought this week I would offer comfort food. Who likes a good chowder on a cold night? I love not only eating this but making it for my family as it is so simple and does not cost much to make. Some items I serve my chowder is with...
Happy Friday! It’s time for Links with Laurie again. This first one is a video from the Self Determination Channel on things to do when home and physically distanced: Looking for a different way to connect with your friends? Check out the House Party App. You...
“AN ERA OF ACCOUNTABILITY” Marco Orlando PREFACE: This post contains information regarding the prevention of violence and abuse of a sexual nature. Some content may be triggering to survivors of such horrific acts. Viewer discretion is advised. As I write this, we can...
Welcome back to Krista’s Boredom Busters. This week I wanted to give you a simple craft to keep your hands and minds busy. We know that being cooped up can make a person bored or stressed. This small project is fun and will take some of that boredom away. Enjoy these...
“GROSSLY MISUNDERSTOOD” Marco Orlando I didn’t really have much of a social life when I was a kid. A normal Friday night for me would often be spent at home watching VHS tapes. I could usually count on a movie or some other TV special recorded on a tape to help me...