ARLINGTON/DALLAS/FT. WORTH SUPPORT GROUP MEETING
Saturday, October 19
10am – 12 noon
Arlington Public Library, Northeast Branch
1905 Brown Blvd., Arlington, TX 76006
SCHOOL often equals Back to STRESS for children with Tourette’s, their parents and their teachers. To the uninformed, symptoms of Tourette’s often seem purposefully disruptive and “disobedient” to teachers. Additionally, tics and associated disorders such as Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and/or learning disabilities often keep a child from performing to full potential.
Our speaker for this meeting, Sandro Garcia, can help you and others understand this often baffling disorder and help you advocate successfully for your child in school, especially how to prepare for and navigate through 504 and ARD meetings.
Sandro Garcia is a high school administrator in DFW, and a TS parent, which gives him a unique perspective on all things Back to School!
As a high school administrator, Sandro leads 504 and ARD meetings and helps parents navigate the 504 and ARD process. He explains accommodations available, reviews present levels of achievement and makes academic intervention recommendations.
He receives 6 hours of 504 and Special education training every summer prior to the begin of each new school year. He also attends quarterly meetings where case law and/or unique situations are reviewed to proactively address questions from parents or legal advocates. Sandro has also attended trainings at the Region 10 Education Service Center in Richardson and the Region 13 Education Service Center in Austin.
This free presentation is perfect for parents, adults with T.S., family, physicians, nurses, school personnel and teachers – anyone with an interest in learning about T.S.
You MUST RSVP to info@TouretteTexas.org. Mention ARLINGTON in the email, as we have other groups across the state also holding meetings. The kids will have pumpkins to decorate, so an advance headcount is appreciated! We will also serve pastries and fruit.
We look forward to having you join us!
DISCLAIMER: Not sponsored by the Arlington Library or the City of Arlington
