Thornton Creek PTA

Special Education Committee

ACTIVITY FAIR FOR FAMILIES WITH NEURODIVERSE AND/OR DISABLED CHILDREN

Land Acknowledgment

Thornton Creek PTA would like to recognize the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the Coast Salish people, including the land of the Duwamish People, past present and future, on which we are organizing, learning, and reflecting. We gather together with the common goal of creating an open, safe space to discuss issues important to all families in our community - including equity in education, social justice, environmental justice and student advocacy. Thornton Creek PTA honors the land of the Duwamish tribe and acknowledges the Duwamish people as the past, present, and future caretakers of this land. In addition, Thornton Creek PTA stands in solidarity with the First Peoples of this land by paying Real Rent in support of maintaining the vitality of the Duwamish Tribe.

Outdoors for All

AIM Initiative

Aspiring Youth

Quiet Heart Wilderness School

Seattle Parks and Recreation

PARTICIPATING ORGANIZATIONS

The Seattle PlayGarden

TOPSoccer

Adaptive and Inclusive Movement

Initiative

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www.aim-seattle.org

info@aim-seattle.org

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(presenter: Anneli Jefferson, Board Co-President, Parent Liaison)

Mission Statement

AIM engages people with disabilities by providing opportunities to express and connect through creative movement in an inclusive environment.

Our Goals:

• Positive social interactions
• Self-expression
• Enjoyment of dance

• Connections with music
• Growth as a mover
• Confidence as a learner

Weekly Classes

• One-on-one or shared buddy
• Typically developing volunteer buddies
• Teacher & Support Staff in the room
• DDA respite funds accepted
• Personal care provided

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https://aspiringyouth.net/

info@aspiringyouth.net

206-517-0241

About Us

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• We serve children ages 8-18 in our Aspiring Youth Programs.

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• Our groups, camps, and coaching services are a good fit for students needing extra support with social skills.  

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• An autism, ADHD, or social anxiety referral or diagnosis is NOT necessary for participation in our program. 

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https://aspiringyouth.net/

info@aspiringyouth.net

206-517-0241

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Social Skills Groups

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• We sub-divide our groups by interests and developmental levels to create optimal group dynamics.

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• We develop activities and lessons that teach social skills in an engaging format.

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• We collaborate with parents on social learning goals through check-ins and free consultation phone calls.

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https://aspiringyouth.net/

info@aspiringyouth.net

206-517-0241

Summer Camps

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• An array of exciting activities and field trips.

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• Master’s level counselors help campers build confidence, develop skills and connect to new friends.

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• Free enrollment meeting to identify social goals and ensure good group fit.

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• Parents receive detailed information on their camper’s progress through check-ins and free phone consultations.

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WHO WE ARE

History: Founded in 1979, as Ski for All Foundation

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Mission: To enrich the quality of life for children and adults with disabilities through outdoor recreation

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Community: 2,900 participants, 850 active volunteers, 40+ partners, 23 year-round staff, 20 seasonal staff, and 18 board members

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Leader in adaptive recreation in the Pacific Northwest

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WHO WE SERVE

Over 2,900 children and adults with cognitive, developmental, physical, and sensory disabilities annually

Ages

• 7 years old and up!
• 70% are 21 years or younger

Disability Types

• 65% Cognitive/Developmental Disabilities
• 21% Physical Impairments
• 8% Sensory Impairments
• 6% Other

Financial Aid

Offering over $150,000 in financial aid annually to support those with financial barriers to participation

“Tell Phil I need to ski longer! I didn’t ski enough today. I’m not happy if I don’t get to ski more.” 

OUR PROGRAMS

Cycling + ACC

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PROGRAMS

Rock Climbing

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Kayaking

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Day Camps + Adult Adventure Days

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Winter Programs– Downhill Skiing + Snowboarding + Nordic Skiing

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Hiking & Camping

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Day Camp Locations Magnuson Park + Lake Sammamish 

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Season: June 24 – August 30

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Ages: 7+ 

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Activities

• Cycling, rock climbing, swimming, kayaking, hiking, sailing and more! 
• Field Trips – Zoo, Aquarium, Flight Museum, Pacific Science Center etc.  

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Adventure Days and Camp

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• Free Adaptive bike rentals + one free caregiver bike

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• Based out of Magnuson Park

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• Open 7 Days a week

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• Hours: 10am -6pm

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Adaptive Cycling Center

3-week series

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Kayaking

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Rock Climbing

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Learn to Ride

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Gravel Biking

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Yoga

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Mountain Biking

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Paddle Boarding 

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Individual Programs

Program Locations: Stevens Pass + Summit at Snoqualmie

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Season: January-March

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Ages: 7+

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What to expect: 1:1 or 2:1 ratios for ski and snowboard lessons

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Strong community

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7 weeks of lessons

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Downhill + Nordic Skiing

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• One-time events with

community partners throughout Washington

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• Over 100 community partner organizations

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Examples

• Adaptive Kayaking with Washington State Department of Services for the Blind
• Rock Climbing with Alyssa Burnett Center

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Group Programs

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Contact Us! 

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McKenzie Click 

Program Director 

Mckenziec@outdoorsforall.org

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General Inquiries 

Info@outdoorsforall.org 

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https://quietheart.org/

info@quietheart.org

425-331-9011

About Us

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• Quiet Heart Wilderness School has been giving children the opportunity to play, learn, and explore in the woods since 1997.

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• We focus on providing quality, individualized programs for our campers by keeping our staff to student ratios low.

https://quietheart.org/

info@quietheart.org

425-331-9011

Summer Camps

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• Little Chipmunks (ages 4-6)
• Shelters and Stealth (ages 8-13)
• Summer in the Woods (ages 8-13)
• Forest Scientists (ages 8-13)
• Explorers (ages 6-9)
• Forest Camp (ages 8-13)
• Birds and Beasts (ages 8-13)
• Primitive Skills (ages 9-13)
• Advanced Primitive Skills (ages 10+)
• Teen Survival Skills (ages 12+)
• Wild Womxn (ages 12+)

https://quietheart.org/

info@quietheart.org

425-331-9011

Year-Round Programs

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• Spotted OWLE (8-13) Fridays
• Barred OWLE (8-13) Saturdays
• Ancestral Skills (13+) Fridays
• Ancestral Skills (13+) Saturdays
• Spring Forest Skills (Grades 3-5) Tuesdays
• Spring Forest Skills (Grades 3-5) Thursdays
• Forest Explorers (Grades K-2) Tuesdays
• Pathfinders Group A (Ages 4-7) Every other Saturday
• Pathfinders Group B (Ages 4-7) Every other Saturday
• Spotted OWLE (Ages 8-13) Fridays
• Barred OWLE (Ages 8-13) Saturdays
• Ancestral Skills (13+) Fridays
• Ancestral Skills (13+) Saturdays

Seattle Parks and Recreation

About Us

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www.seattle.gov/parks/find/specialized-programs

PKS_Specialized_Programs@seattle.gov

206-684-7548

• The Specialized Programs unit of Seattle Parks and Recreation offers year-round activities for people with disabilities.

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• The purpose is to provide recreational opportunities for individuals who may choose to participate in activities specifically designed and conducted by trained staff to best meet their needs. 

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Specialized Programs

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• Adult Day Programs

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• Teen and Young Adult Afterschool Programs

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• Youth Weekend Programs and Trips

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• Summer Day Camps

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• Fitness Programs

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• Specialty Classes such as Adaptive Dance

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www.seattle.gov/parks/find/specialized-programs

PKS_Specialized_Programs@seattle.gov

206-684-7548

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Summer Camp

2024

Hannah Gallagher, M.Ed�(she/her)

Inclusive Programs Director, Camp Director

The Seattle PlayGarden

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Liz Bullard

Executive Director and Founder

Seattle PlayGarden�

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Our Mission

• Non-profit organization dedicated to promoting inclusion and play for everyone
• Started by a group of parents and educators in 2002
• Believe in the importance of play
• Provide inclusion training to outside organizations

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Fully accessible play space

Indoor classroom,accessible kitchen, and amenities

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Edible and Sensory Gardens

Outdoor Preschool

• Nature-based
• Child directed
• Multi-age (3-6 years)
• Fully inclusive, 50-60% students with disabilities/day

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Check out our NEW Preschool book!

Now available for download or purchase.

Summer Camp

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• Play-based
• Nature-based
• 70% children with disabilities
• Staff with and without disabilities
• 25 campers/day

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Camp Details

• Monday - Thursday, 9:30am - 1:30pm

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• Inclusive camp with campers with disabilities and their typically developing peers

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• Nature-based, play-based

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• High staff to camper ratio

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2024

Camp

Sessions

Junior Counselors

• 13-16 year olds
• Learn to be a camp counselor!

The Junior Counselor program is led by a PlayGarden Camp Counselor who supports and encourages our Junior Counselors to set personal goals, participate in camp debrief conversations and develop leadership skills over the course of their time at the PlayGarden!

• 2 weeks/summer not during Teen Camp

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Enrollment Details

• Open enrollment March 4th - March 15th

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• Application on website

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• Not first-come, first-serve

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• Maximize reach and opportunities

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• Financial aid available, sliding scale

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• Accept DDA respite funding

Open Play

• Free, drop-in, no registration required
• Staff-supported play
• Open to the public

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Hope you come play with us!

QUESTIONS

About Us

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• TOPSoccer is nationally supported through US Youth Soccer.

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• “It is the mission of Seattle Youth Soccer Association to foster the physical, mental and emotional growth of all children looking to play soccer in the cities of Seattle and Shoreline. We strive to provide safe, educational and fun environments for all players to develop skills through the sport of soccer, at all levels of competency and ages."

https://www.sysa.org/topsoccer

info@sysa.org

206-552-0723

Outreach Program for Soccer

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(TOPSoccer)

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• For players 5 years of age and older who have developmental and/or physical disabilities.

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• Players participate at levels consistent with their skills, not necessarily their age.

https://www.sysa.org/topsoccer

info@sysa.org

206-552-0723

TOPSoccer Wildcats

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• In Seattle, the TOPSoccer Wildcats typically practice for 8 to 10 weeks in both the Spring and Fall at Arena Sports in Magnuson Park.  

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• The session times are grouped for younger and less able-bodied players in the first hour and for older and more able-bodied players to follow in the second hour.

https://www.sysa.org/topsoccer

info@sysa.org

206-552-0723

Registration & Fees

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• For each special needs player, the cost is $25 and this covers coach gifts, trophies or other swag, and an end-of-year party. There is no charge for coaches, buddies, and siblings.

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• Visit https://www.sysa.org/topsoccer and click “Register Today.”

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• Please note that players and buddies can register and play at any point during the season.

https://www.sysa.org/topsoccer

info@sysa.org

206-552-0723

Spring 2024 Program Info

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Program Dates�Week 1 - April 14th�Week 2 - April 21st�Week 3 - April 28th�Week 4 - May 5th�Week 5 - May 12th�Week 6 - May 19th�No Session - May 26th (Memorial Day)

Week 7 – June 2^nd

Week 8 – June 9th�

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Time(s)

1st Group (5-10 year olds) 12:30-1:30pm

�2nd Group (10+ year olds) 1:30-2:30pm

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Location

Arenasports, Magnuson Park

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https://www.sysa.org/topsoccer

info@sysa.org

206-552-0723

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