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Bella’s House Community News Serving Houston Area Special Needs Families

Sep 30 | Bella’s House Community News Serving Houston Area Special Needs Families

October 2009 | Bella's House Community News

October 2:
The ARC of Greater Houston Monthly Dance ¨C October Masquerade Party
Dances are held at the West Gray Adaptive Recreation Center, 1475 West Gray. All Dances start at 7:00 pm and end promptly at 10:00 pm. The cost is $3.00 and participants must be 15 years old or above to attend. We have a great time. If you have questions about our Monthly Dance, please call our program staff at 713-957-1600 (ext. 16) and speak with Beth Arafat. $3.00 per person (includes DJ services)

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October 2:
SOAR Open Play: Fun for parents and children! The first Friday of every month. 6:30pm - 8:30pm. SOAR Open Play is a non-curriculum based "open play" for children with disabilities. Parent participation is required. You do not have to be registered in our classes to participate. Cost is $10 per child. (281) 655-7272 frontoffice@k2academy.com.

October 3:
Oct. 3rd 8 a.m. ¨C 5 p.m. "Autism ~ Disability Resource Fair & Conference" at the Graceview Baptist Church, 25510 Tomball Parkway, Tomball, TX 77375 . EACH and EVERY person attending the Conference MUST register - so that the proper amount of materials and literature will be available. For conference details, go to http://www.houstona utismdisabilitynetwork.com/conference-details/ or contact MichelleMGuppy@yahoo.com or 832-341-3394.
October 4:
Oct. 4th, 2:00 p.m. ¨C 5:00 p.m. Support Family to Family at the Dynamos Game! Houston Dynamos vs Kansas City Wizards at Robertson Stadium. To purchase tickets, please log onto www.familytofamilynetwork.org.

October 7:
Oct. 7th
Parent Training Series: Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) presented by Margaret Hall, TEAM Regional Coordinator. 9:00 a.m. at the Texas Children's Pediatric Associates, Ripley House, 4410 Navigation, Suite 278, Houston, TX. For more information, please contact Margaret Hall at 713-524-2147, margaretprnteam4@sbcglobal.net or Ana Perez at 713-547-8294.

October 10:
Special Friends Kids Night Out
A unique experience for ¨Dextra special friends¡¬ with special needs. Each child is paired up with a volunteer for the evening so they can participate in all activities including arts & crafts, sports activities and refreshments. Please preregister at the YMCA by the Thursday before. Time: 6:30pm-10:00pm Full Service Member: $5 Program Member: $10 Special Friends Kids Night Out

October 12:
Pet Therapy Pet Therapy uses dogs specifically trained to work with individuals with disabilities. Groom, walk or play fetch with these amazing dogs! Oct 12, 2009 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm UCP Houston Contact Erin Hauder ehauder@ucphouston.org

Oct. 13th
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Workshop conducted by the TEAM Project. 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at the TEAM Project, 5005 W. 34th St., Suite 207A, Houston, TX. Workshops are available in English and Spanish. Please RSVP if you need the workshop in Span-ish. For more information, please contact TEAM at 713-524-2147 or prnteam@sbcglobal.net.

October 17:
K2 Parents Night Out for children with disabilities! The third Saturday of every month. 5:30pm - 8:30pm This is a FREE Parents Night Out for children with disabilities and their siblings! A snack and drink are provided. Registering for this event is required. (281) 655-7272. frontoffice@k2academy.com Parents Night Out

October 29:
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Workshop conducted by the TEAM Project. 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at the TEAM Project, 5005 W. 34th St., Suite 207A, Houston, TX. Workshops are available in English and Spanish. Please RSVP if you need the workshop in Spanish. For more information, please contact TEAM at 713-524-2147 or prnteam@sbcglobal.net.

October 31:
Oct. 31st "Using Token Systems to Increase Appropriate Behavior¡± 10:00 a.m. ¨C noon at Including Kids, 5364 FM 1960 East Humble TX 77346. (RSVP deadline: October 23rd ) Cost: Free! This workshop series is intended for parents, family members, teachers, professional workers or anyone who comes into contact with people diagnosed on the autism spectrum or with other related developmental disorders. For any questions please call (281) 852-0501 or e-mail inkidsoutreach@earthlink.net . Limited space so RSVP early.

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Comment from: Johnny Ogletree [Member]
09/30/09 @ 15:52
Kim,

Bella's House is doing an awesome job in the community. Thanks for being an awesome resource.

Johnny O

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Johnny and Quinita Ogletree | Owner

Meet Johnny & Quinita Ogletree | Owners

Johnny grew up in Houston and there after receiving his graduate degree. He has spent time working with and serving families and children for over nine years, as a mentor, family therapist, and substitute teacher. Johnny earned a B.S. in Political Science and Master of Divinity at Samuel D. Proctor School of Theology. He has spent most of his time working in the community as a role model and mentor and has worked as the Pastor of Community Life for over five years. Currently working as Teen Pastor there, Johnny has a heart for children and enjoys seeing them excel and reach their full potential.

Quinita attended Virginia Union University under a Presidential Scholar Award and obtained a B.A. in Psychology and Master of Divinity from the Samuel D. Proctor School of Theology. She has recently completed work on her second Masters degree from University of Houston in Educational Psychology, and is now enrolled at Texas A & M in pursuit of her Doctorate. Quinita hails from a family of educators who have served the public for over 30 years. Quinita has worked in the field of education for over eight years, as an Assistant Director of Preschool and Christian Academy; teacher at a NAEYC accredited school, tutor, and nanny. She is a life-long learner, who is interested in seeing children enjoy excelling academically while pursing scholarly endeavors. She is passionate about equipping children with educational skills that will transform their lives and prepare them for a rewarding career. Her job requires her to develop and implement an after-school program and supervise a staff and deal directly with parents and student of all ages.