Studies Summer Enrichment Academy

June 3 - July 27

Mark your calendars for the Institute for Disability Studies Summer Enrichment Academy! In-person options in Hattiesburg and Long Beach. There will also be a virtual option. This year's theme is Star Wars: "Be the force in your career! May your skills be with you!"

FREE SUMMER CAMP

HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - Summer is almost here, which could mean summer camp for the kids.

The Hattiesburg Police Athletic League (PAL) will offer a free day camp for children, ages 8 to 12, from June 3 to July 12.

The six-week PAL summer camp program offers kids the opportunity to learn new skills; participate in physical activities, like basketball and baseball; and build relationships with their peers and local officers.

Those looking to apply can visit the Ben McNair Recreation Center, located at 300 N. 12th Avenue, during the following days and times this week:

▪️ Monday, May 13: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪️ Tuesday, May 14: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪️ Wednesday, May 15: 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

COJ Summer Feed Program

June 10 - July 12 from 11 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

To ensure no child goes hungry this summer, the City of Jackson hosts a Summer Feeding Program for Jackson residents aged 0 to 18. The program will be in operation from June 10th to July 12th and will be available on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Meals will be served from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Teaming and Collaborating Part 2: Family Members Working with Other Team Members

The quality of relationships and interactions between parents and professionals on IFSP or IEP teams affects the success of the team to achieve desired outcomes for the child.

Join us to learn how to work with parents and/or professionals in ways that will assist with communication and conflict resolution.

The Mississippi disAbility MegaConference

The Mississippi disAbility MegaConference is Mississippi’s largest cross-disability conference for people with disabilities, families, students, and professionals.

Transform recovery with CRAFT: Positive Reinforcement Approach!

Allies in Recovery uses CRAFT: Community Reinforcement and Family Training a scientifically proven alternative approach to Al-Anon, for families struggling with the addiction of a loved one. It draws on the principles of positive reinforcement. Family members will get concrete suggestions based on sound psychological principles and essential self-care skills.

Positively Impacting Addiction by Training and Empowering the Family

Allies in Recovery uses CRAFT: Community Reinforcement and Family Training a scientifically proven alternative approach to Al-Anon, for families struggling with the addiction of a loved one. It draws on the principles of positive reinforcement. Family members will get concrete suggestions based on sound psychological principles and essential self-care skills.

Free Spring Break Youth Leadership Camp!

Our free summer camp for ages 12-19 on June 17-21st will enhance students’ ability to assess real-life situations and learn to make positive choices. Camp will be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Christ United Jackson – 6000 Old Canton Road, Jackson MS.