The Arc of Montgomery, Berks & Bucks Counties
A leading proponent for the rights of people and their
families with developmental disabilities...
Upcoming events
The Mitch Herman Memorial Golf Tournament
to benefit "The Arc" of Berks County
Willow Hollow Golf course
Saturday June 6, 2009
Individual Golfer $85.00 Foursome $340.00
Click Here for more information and registration form.
Everyone that attended the event at the Elmwood Zoo in Norristown had a great time. Thank you for all of your support.
In the Spotlight ...
Course snacks and beverages
The
Arc Building Bridges in the Community
View the BCTV show that aired on July 3, 2008
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Noteworthy News II...
Burden
of proof for Special Education hearings:
parents or schools?
Last month we decided to heat things up with a new format. We’re inviting the movers, shakers, and experts on both side of the fence to discuss the issue openly in the hopes of educating everyone on the full scope of the topic.
Obviously, we believe our positions are stronger, and
we hope to convince people to support our side.
But it’s crucial that all interested parties be given an
opportunity to present their views.
Here’s our first attempt at this. It’s not perfect, but we’re still excited by the effort and outcome.
Tom Brogan, Chair of the Political Science department at Albright College, moderated a discussion between Rep. Dennis O’Brien, Speaker of the Pa. House of Representatives; and Michael Thew, Executive Director of Lincoln Intermediate Unit #12.
They debated House Bill 2438, which Rep. O’Brien sponsored. It proposes to restore the old rule that school districts (instead of families) have the burden of proof in special education hearings.
The next show airs on July 3, and will discuss the mental retardation system changes that will take effect on July 1, 2009. Scheduled participants include Edward Michalik, Administrator of the Berks County Mental Health/Mental Retardation Office; and Kevin Casey, Deputy Secretary of the Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs. I might also participate as a panelist!
We’ll keep readers updated on the panelists and moderator as the air date approaches.
We encourage everyone to watch live on BCTV, and call in to voice their opinions on air. Keep this number handy: 610-378-0426.
You can also watch the show on BCTV’s Web site. If you miss it, we’ll also be posting the shows here on the blog. We have a backlog of videos which we’ll be posting soon, too, so watch this space.
visit our blog for more
informative news:
http://www.marcpa.org/blogsite.htm
Noteworthy News III...


