Friday, April 27, 2012

First Lady's Parenting Conference & Expo


Volunteers are needed to help at the First Lady's Conference & Expo!  
Here are the volunteer job descriptions : 

Workshop Volunteer Description
1      Host workshop rooms by welcoming people at each door
2      Pass out any material that the presenter has to give
        Listen to the workshop and assist as needed
4      In the case of AV problems – go to the information table to ask for AV assistance

Registration Table Volunteer Description
         Assist in passing out programs and materials
         Welcome attendees and look at tickets as they enter
         You will not need to “take tickets” 
         Encourage attendees to fill out information on ticket stubs for drawings

The shifts are as follows:
May 4th     10am – 3pm  morning to afternoon shift
                   2pm – 7pm  afternoon to evening shift

May 5th     10am – 2pm  morning to afternoon shift
                   1pm – 6pm  afternoon to evening shift

If you are able to serve in this capacity, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator, Rick Crawford. 

His info is: 
Rick Crawford
801-571-2895

Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Handwriting Camps

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Reading and writing are probably the two most important skills that a person will learn in school. The abilities to read and write open up endless possibilities. I remember the excitement of learning how to write the alphabet and make the sounds of each letter. I also remember the exhilarating feeling of putting them together and being able to communicate by writing words. This was a huge milestone in my life; I gained confidence from seeing improvements in my handwriting and gaining the ability to communicate through the written word.
Because it is such an important part of life, it can also become stressful and problems may arise while mastering this difficult fine-motor skill.

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Are you concerned about your child's handwriting? Do you want your child to improve their handwriting skills in a fun environment? Starting in June, Katie Mangus OTR/L is offering handwriting groups for children. Parents will learn along with their child how handwriting can be fun!

Two groups will be offered: 

Wee-Writers
Beginning writing
  • Letter formation
  • Pencil grip and posture
  •  Kindergarten readiness
Printing Pals
Independent writing
  • Addressing problems such as:
    • Formation errors
    • Reversals
    • Posture
    • Sizing
    • Spacing
    • Pencil grip
Groups will run weekly from June 21st through August 9th (excluding week of July 4th).
Wee-Writers: Thursdays 9:30 - 10:30 am
Printing Pals: Thursdays 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Cost is $175 for the 7-week session

Easter Seals-Goodwill Pediatric Therapy Services are located in:
The Children's Center
350 S 400 E
Salt Lake City, UT

Contact Janae Trujillo to register.
801.946.1860
janaet@esgw.org