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This year's event drew 300 runners and walkers to Quaker Steak and Lube out in Middleton, WI. Like last year the temps were frigid but the spirits were high! It's hard to believe so many dedicated people would start their year out this way but ASGM certainly appreciates the $700 raised at the event. We hope more ASGM members and their families can participate in the event on January 1, 2010. Start getting those running teams together in preparation for the next event! |
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Jump for Autism
Tuesdays in April at Pump It Up from 5:30 - 7:30 pm 2911 Marketplace Dr., Fitchburg WI 53711 One third of the night's proceeds were donated to ASGM. at a price of $12.00/child which included two slices of pizza and beverage. Bouncers had tons of fun while raising funds and awareness for the Autism Society of Greater Madison. |
ASGM Autism Awarenss Films
Saturday, April 11, 2009
9:00 - 11:00 am
Movies shown at Star Cinema in IMAX Theater.
2911 Marketplace Dr., Fitchburg WI 53711
This event served to increase awareness and understanding about autism, and was an opportunity for those who are family members, friends, caregivers and co-workers of those affected by an ASD to learn more. There was a raffle and information tables hosted by Common Threads Family Resource Center, Imagine a Child's Capacity, Judy Endow, Communication Innovations, W.E.A.P. and UW Research Studies.
Documentaries: "Treasure Diversity" by Drew Goldsmith and "Straight Talk about Autism with Parents and Kids," Attainment
This was a free event and attended by 50 people from around the Madison area.
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ASGM Free Workshop on April 21, 2009
"Promoting Social Relationships, Learning and
Inclusion through Peer Support Strategies"
Dr. Erik Carter, Asst. Professor at the UW Department of Rehabilitation Psychology and Special Education, presented the results of some research about the important roles peers can play in supporting meaningful social and academic participation in inclusive classrooms and extracurricular activities. Schools often rely on individually assigned paraprofessionals or special educators to support school participation. Yet, these one-to-one support approaches often inadvertently hinder meaningful inclusion. Dr. Carter shared research support for peer support strategies as an alternative to individually assigned adult support and practical resources for implementing these interventions in school settings. VERY fascinating presentation and we thank him for his time.