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The 7th Annual Special Day for Special Kids (SD4SK), being held on Saturday July 30, 2011 at West Hills Day Camp, is excited to bring you a Summer Festival like no other. SD4SK is dedicated to children with special needs, a place where children of all ages, with autism spectrum disorder, Asperger syndrome, Tourette’s syndrome, ADHD, OCD, and other related neurobiological disorders, can feel comfortable enough to let go and just have fun in a safe environment. While these Special Kids are enjoying the many activities being offered, we will be bringing information and resources to parents and professionals in the field. Years prior, we have welcomed over 500 patrons to this event, and this year, we expect even more. 

 

SWIMMING – BASKETBALL – ARTS AND CRAFTS – GIANT SLIDE – CASTLE BOUNCE – MINIATURE GOLF – PADDLE BOATS – EURO BUNGEE – PLAYGROUNDS - AND MUCH MORE!!!

 

This year, SD4SK is being hosted by and will benefit Custom Education Foundation (CEF). CEF is a non-profit organization, formed to directly benefit individuals with special needs and help them acquire the services and supports they require in order to live the quality life they deserve. All profits from Special Day for Special Kids will go directly to the CEF scholarship fund. We ask for your support and offer a variety of sponsorship packages and exhibiting opportunities to you and your organization. With much excitement, we invite you to join in this year’s growing roster of supporters at Special Day for Special Kids.

This year we will have an expanded CHALLENGER BASEBALL EXPOSITION   The Challenger Division was established in 1989 as a separate division of Little League to enable boys and girls with physical and mental challenges, ages 4-18, or up to age 22 if still enrolled in high school, to enjoy the game of baseball along with the millions of other children who participate in this sport worldwide.  Today more than 30,000 children participate in more than 900 Challenger Divisions worldwide.

Teams are set up according to abilities, rather than age, and can include as many as 15-20 players. Challenger games can be played as t-ball games, coach pitch, player pitch, or a combination of the three.

In a Challenger game, each player gets a chance at bat. The side is retired when the offense has  batted through the roster, or when a pre-determined number of runs have been scored, or when three outs are recorded. Little League recommends that no score be kept during Challenger games. The Challenger players wear the same uniforms, shoulder patches and safety equipment as other Little League players.

The registration fee for the Challenger Division is $16.00 per team (the same as for all other divisions of Little League). Accident insurance and liability insurance are set at the same low cost as other Little League divisions and are available through Little League Headquarters in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.

One of the benefits of having a Challenger Division is that it encourages the use of "buddies" for the Challenger players. The buddies assist the Challenger players on the field but whenever possible, encourage the players to bat and make plays themselves. However, the buddy is always nearby to help when needed.

For more information on the Little League Challenger Division, contact Sam Ranck at 570-326-1921 ext.254 or email challenger@LittleLeague.org

 

DJ's Unlimited Productions

David Flood

David@DJsUnlimited.com

P: 516-496-9616  x 16

F: 516-496-9620

www.djsunlimited.com

 

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2011 Show Schedule

	Speakers
11:30-11:50	Dr. Michael Berlin - The Family Wellness Center
	"Raising focused, empowered, and healthy children naturally!"
12:00-12:20	Victor LaPoma - Center for Wealth Preservation
	How to develop life care planning for your child with special needs
12:30-12:50	Wayne Rock - Special Education Advocate
	Advocating and protecting your child's due process rights at school.
1:00-1:20	Andrew Cohen, Esq
	Government Benefits, Guardianships, Wills and Estate Planning.
1:30-1:50	Dr. Fred Blum - The Family Wellness Center
	Breaking Free From the Stress Cycle: Ensuring Well-Being for the Parent of the Special Needs Child
2:00-2:20	Steven Musmanno, MBA - AXA Advisors
	"Special Need Dependendents-Planning for their future."
2:30-2:50	Scott M Cohen, Esq - Law Offices Lauren Baum
	"Inside the I.D.E.A.: What a Parent Can Expect From a Legal Perspective."
3:00-3:20	George Zelma,  Attorney
	Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) a double-edged sword. A parent issue often misused by the school district.
	Stage
11:00-12:00	Erik's Reptile Edventures
	Is dedicated to educating people of all ages about some of the most fascinating animals in our world; Reptiles and Amphibians!
12:30-1:30	Dance USA
	Dance shows and an interactive workshop
3:00-4:00	Dance USA
	Dance shows and an interactive workshop
2:30-3:00	Rick Caran and Team Jilli Dog
	Rick will have his new book  "Jilli Dog, The Little Dog That Made Mr Kranby Smile"
1:00-3:00	My Shine Pony Rides
	Pony Rides
11:00-1:00	Challenger Baseball Demonstration
	Demonstrations and games on Challenge Baseball
2:00-4:00	Special Olympics Basketball Presentation
	Open to everyone who attends
	Face Painting All Day -Splashes of Hope Table

More to Come!

Tentative List Subject to Change

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If you have any additional questions or concerns, please contact me at (631)423-0620. Thank you in advance for your support for this wonderful cause. 

 

Sincerely,

Dennis Garetano, Show Coordinator

 

Special Day for Special Kids
114 West Hills Road Huntington Station NY 11746 phone 631.423.0620 • fax 631.423.0567
email: dennis@specialdayforspecialkids.com