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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.
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Mental Health and Substance Use Challenge Prevention and Recovery: Poverty as an Equity Issue
Mental Health and Substance Use Challenge Prevention and Recovery: Poverty as an Equity Issue
Poverty creates barriers to equity within all of the Social Determinants of Health—economic stability, safe environment, social and community well-being, and access to quality education and healthcare.
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Supportive Coaching for Parents Supporting Other Parents
Supportive Coaching for Parents Supporting Other Parents
Join other parents for a monthly meeting and online gathering to coach and support other parents in any system.
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Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities
Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities
The Mississippi Council on Developmental Disabilities meets quarterly, usually on the second Thursday of the month beginning in January of each year. Please contact the Council office for the location. The time is usually 10 am – 2 pm.
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Marion County Education & Health Fair
Marion County Education & Health Fair
Join the United Way of Southeast Mississippi for their July 13 free event highlighting the education and health resources in Marion County.
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First Steps to Next Steps: Transition from Early Intervention to Early Childhood Special Education
First Steps to Next Steps: Transition from Early Intervention to Early Childhood Special Education
Families are often overwhelmed by the changes that occur when their child turns three. This session will help them prepare for the future.
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Let’s Get Ready for Your Adventure Community Health Fair
Let’s Get Ready for Your Adventure Community Health Fair
Join Grace Christian Counseling Center for an enlightening afternoon at the Warren County—Vicksburg Public Library. This is a wonderful opportunity to engage in demonstrations, participate in panel discussions, and win door prizes. There will also be various valuable resources.
Families as Allies Board Quarterly Board Meeting (POSTPONED)
Families as Allies Board Quarterly Board Meeting (POSTPONED)
The Families as Allies quarterly board meeting will be held in ZOOM and is open to anyone who wants to attend.
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Parent/Caregiver Peer Support Graduation
Parent/Caregiver Peer Support Graduation
Please join us on July 19, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. to congratulate our newest class of parent-peer support graduates.
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Back to School Backpack Giveaway & Resource Fair
Back to School Backpack Giveaway & Resource Fair
Join Mississippi SHINE Project and Sister Prints for their Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway, School Supplies & Resource Fair on Saturday, July 20th, in Collins.
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Community Health Fair
Community Health Fair
The City of Hattiesburg Community Development Division and the South Mississippi Housing Authority is hosting a Community Health Fair.
Project SEARCH: What’s Happening in Mississippi
Project SEARCH: What’s Happening in Mississippi
The Project SEARCH Program is a unique, business-led, nine-month employment preparation program that takes place entirely at the workplace.
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Learning how vicarious trauma affects us is the first step to improving our well-being and ability to sustain positive relationships.
Learning how vicarious trauma affects us is the first step to improving our well-being and ability to sustain positive relationships.
Leadership Coaching and Policy Discussion
Leadership Coaching and Policy Discussion
This group focuses on understanding current policy issues and opportunities to serve on decision-making committees.
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Parent Resource Fair
Parent Resource Fair
FREE to register. Deadline: July 25, 2024
This event will equip parents with the resources to successfully support their children during the 2024-2025 school year. Join us for onsite demonstrations showcasing our programs! Plus, Live Music, Food, and Door Prizes.
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Juvenile Justice Town Hall Series: Community – Led Juvenile Justice Convening
Juvenile Justice Town Hall Series: Community – Led Juvenile Justice Convening
The Hinds County Children’s Coalition, in collaboration with The Honorable Carlyn Hicks, Hinds County Youth Court Judge, invites you to be part of the Juvenile Justice Town Hall Series.
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Special Education Law Conference & CLE
Special Education Law Conference & CLE
The 2024 Special Education Law Conference & CLE will focus on dispute resolution in special education and will include recent rulings and decisions under both IDEA and Section 504, ethics, and a panel discussion.
SAMHSA-Sponsored Webinar Informal and Formal Family Peer Support: The Impact and Evidence
SAMHSA-Sponsored Webinar Informal and Formal Family Peer Support: The Impact and Evidence
Family peer support provides hope and community for families of loved ones of any age with mental health and substance use challenges, serious mental illnesses, and/or serious emotional disturbances. The growing base of evidence reaffirms an abundance of stories from families who have benefitted from family peer support.
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Back to School Give Back Day
Back to School Give Back Day
Celebrate the start of the new school year with a Back to School Give Back Day on Wednesday, July 31, 2024 from 10 am to 1 pm.
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