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=Welcome to the Circle of Friends for ShoreParent Advisory Council (SHOREPAC) Wiki =

Here, we can discuss current events, local happenings, and dialogue about issues we are concerned about.

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=Next meeting of the SHORE PAC- April 19th 9am- Brielle Elementary School!= Check out this information -WALK-A-THON!

==== **MISSION STATEMENT**//:"We the members of the Circle of Friends for Shore-Parent Advisory Council are committed to sharing ideas and resources in a positive and productive way to ensure that all children maximize their opportunities to reach their full potential socially, emotionally and empower them to be successful learners//." ====

Today's meeting of the Circle of Friends for Shore -Parent Advisory Council went very well. We were able to generate a list of possible topics to address in the fall. We will continue to use this forum as a way of meeting virtually over the summer.

Top of the list of items to accomplish over the summer is to nominate a chairperson, a treasurer, and a secretary. If you have other positions you would like to see added, please just add them to this list. (Or if you are still unsure about using this wiki, email me at kmcdonnell@slh.k12.nj.us and I will do it for you.

Please see the discussions tab above for post about nominations.

//Please see the link below for a workshop on Successful Community Involvement. This // // workshop will focus on how parents can prepare for and engage in trips to locations within // // the community. Specific strategies on how to teach appropriate pro-social behavior will be // // addressed. //



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The above survey was distributed; please return all completed surveys to Kerrie McDonnell.

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** Do you stutter? Do you know someone who stutters? **
 * YOU ARE NOT ALONE! **


 * NATIONAL STUTTERING ASSOCIATION **

Did you know that: -- There are three million people who stutter (of all ages, races, genders, etc....). -- Stuttering is influenced by behavioral factors but is NOT caused by an emotional/psychological problem or nervous disorder. -- Stuttering is not caused by nervousness, talking too fast, being unintelligent, not knowing what to say, etc. -- There are many different degrees (mild to severe) and patterns of stuttering. -- Stuttering normally begins between ages 2 to 5, tends to run in families & affects more men than women. -- Many young children who stutter outgrow their speaking difficulty**.** -- There is no single cause of stuttering, but current research is exploring the connections between stuttering and the neurological coordination of speech. -- Stuttering is not the direct fault of the family nor the child or adult who stutters. -- There is a National Organization (NSA) as well as support groups for people who stutter.

What is the National Stuttering Association (NSA)? The NSA is a non-profit organization formed in 1977 that is dedicated to bringing hope, dignity, support, education, and empowerment to children and adults who stutter. The NSA has over 3,000 members nationwide and operates a volunteer network of over 80 local support groups.

To learn more about stuttering and the NSA, please visit the NSA website at:
 * [|http://www.westutter.org] ** or call them directly at **1-800-364-1677 ** LOCAL MEETINGS

S peaking at support group meetings is entirely voluntary. We offer support to people who stutter by talking about how stuttering affects us, successes we've had, insights we've come to as people who stutter and a host of other interesting topics relating to challenges we all face in dealing with stuttering in our lives.

Our group meets **//at the Wall Township Library, 2700 Allaire Road, Wall//** **// Township, NJ 07719 //**. The meetings are free and speaking is voluntary. Come meet other people who stutter and learn more about stuttering. This support group is for children/teens and their parents. Adults who stutter are also welcome! It’s a great time!


 * CONTACT ** : **Chapter Leader Name //Delcie A. Halsey, Board Recognized Specialist in Stuttering and Fluency Disorders, Speech Language Pathologist, M.A. CCC-SLP (BRS-FD), delcieh@aol.com, 732-528-7861, http://www.halsey-speechlanguagetherapy.com///**
 * Alternate Chapter Leader //Dawn Monroe 732-359-6455,// ** ** crewmonroe@yahoo.com **
 * WEBSITE: // [] // **