Center for Educational Advancement & Spring Run School: 2011

Monday, September 12, 2011

Event: Spring Run School Hosts Parent Orientation - Sep 20 @ 6:30am

On Tuesday, 9/20/11, Spring Run School is hosting our annual
Parent Orientation from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM at 11 Minneakoning
Road, Flemington, NJ. Families of students with special needs
will have the opportunity to view the special programs
offered by Spring Run School and to meet Blanca Rodriquez of
the NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD).
In-person DDD registration for eligible students will be
available to and explained to parents. Susan Gentle, Spring
Run's special parent advocate will be available to answer
individual questions regarding DDD registration and the
rights of students with special needs.

RSVP to John Ritchie, Principal of Spring Run School, at
908-782-1480 ext. 226 orjritchie@springrunschool.org.

The Spring Run School Principal, faculty and students invite
you. Admission is free to the general public and refreshments
will be served.

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Friday, September 2, 2011

Event: Center for Educational Advancement (CEA) Joins Hands with Home Depot - Sep 2 @ 11:00am

CEA is joining hands with the Home Depot of Flemington to
give back to the community. Today, September 2, 2011, CEA
Staff members will be on site at the Home Depot from 11:00
AM-2:00 PM providing lunchtime refreshments to Home Depot
patrons and others visiting the site. Together we are
reaching out to people in the region that have been
negatively affected by Tropical Storm Irene and its
aftermath. Helping others is what CEA is all about.

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Wednesday, August 31, 2011

CEA Employment Services Group Awarded Minivan through NJ Transit Act Gran

Grant, Center for Educational Advancement, Transitional
Services, NJ Transit Act, Grant Funds, Employment Services
Group, ESG at CEA, Transportation, Hunterdon County
Transportation

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Saturday, August 6, 2011

Spring Run School at CEA located at 11 Minneakoning Rd, Flemington, NJ 08822

Special education; private secondary high school for students
ages 13-21 years old; New Jersey; Hunterdon County; Center
for Educational Advancement is CARF accredited; FDA approved
for re-packaging & re-labeling; Employing &
Empowering Individuals with disabilities since 1980

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Event: Spring Run School Speaker Series for 2011-12 - Oct 25, 2011 to May 29, 2012

During the 2011-2012 school year Spring Run School, located
at 11 Minneakoning Road, Flemington, NJ will hold its
2ndannual Speaker Series. Each workshop is offered to the
general public at no cost and is primarily focused on issues
facing the parents of students with special needs.

Education professionals are offered two (2) hours of CEU for
each session. All workshops (with the exception of 10/25/11
and 3/27/12, which start at 7 PM) begin at 6:30 PM and
include light refreshments. The workshops are followed by a
Question & Answer session, which typically concludes
between 8:00 and 8:30 PM.

Please RSVP to: Eddie Schell, Administrative Assistant at
908-782-1480 or eschell@ceaemployment.com.

The workshop schedule for the school year is as follows:

Tuesday, October 25, 2011 - "Developing an IEP to Preserve
Special Services"presented by Paul Pryor of Hinkle, Fingles,
and Pryor law firm

Tuesday, November 29, 2011 - "Growing Great Relationships"
presented by Richard and Jane Horowitz, relationship coaches

Tuesday, January 31, 2012 - "Affective Communication
Strategies" presented by Dr. Frank Guenther, Director of
Special Services at Delaware Valley Regional High School

Tuesday, February 28, 2012

"Adult Living, Group Homes & Supported Housing" presented
by Krystal Odell of the New Jersey Supported Housing
Association

Tuesday, March 27, 2012 - "Maximizing Independence for Teens
and Young Adults with Disabilities" presented by Paul Pryor
of Hinkle, Fingles & Pryor law firm

Tuesday, April 24, 2012 - TBD

Tuesday, May 29, 2012 - "The Creative Process as a Healing
Force in the Arts"presented by Barry Sharplin, professional
artist and Spring Run School Art & Ceramics Instructor

Golf and A Neighbor in Need - Center for Educational Advancement

Hi past participants, sponsors and other friends of CEA,
Spring Run School and the CEA Golf Classic:

In case you have not yet done so, Mark Your Calendars!

Golf season is in full swing and there is still enough time
for you to register for the 20th Annual CEA Golf Classic on
September 12, 2011. The pdf attachment has detail about
participation, sponsorship and other information.

At CEA, we are already well into the planning phase for this
top-notch event. We want to share this event with you and
September will arrive before you know it. This is a great
opportunity to mark your calendars and brush up your golfing
skills while also helping individuals with disabilities
benefit from your participation.

Your participation and support of any kind is particularly
important this year.

As many of you know, we are in the midst of a reorganization
process that is designed to focus on bringing 21st Century
Skills and equipment to the classrooms of Spring Run School
and upgrade some of our training programs for adults with
special needs to reflect the current employment marketplace
which will make our placement programs more effective for
those seeking our help.

This is an expensive, and extensive process which will show
solid gains and improvement in the lives of our Extended
Employees, trainees and others that we serve as we fulfill
our Mission "To Educate, Empower and Employ Individuals with
Special Needs."

The Golf Classic is one of our three main fundraisers of the
year and is especially important this year because in the
middle of the July 2011 heat-wave the main air conditioning
unit that cools the Production floor and the Cafeteria self
destructed. Repairs are not an option and a replacement unit
will cost well in excess of $40,000.

Please come out, or otherwise support the Golf Classic and
help support the Mission of CEA. If you can also make a
contribution to the cost of replacing the main Air
Conditioning unit we will be most grateful. The Food Service
and Packaging & Assembly Training Programs are still
operational, although under significantly reduced and
modified circumstances.

If possible please consider a gift that will help these
programs return to full capacity. If you cannot join us for
the Golf Classic and can make a tax-deductible contribution
to our AC replacement fund please mark 2011 AC Contribution
in the memo portion of your check and send to CEA, 11
Minneakoning Road, Flemington, NJ 08822

I hope you will be able to join us for a day on the greens at
the Copper Hill Country Club.

If you would like any additional information or have some
thoughts to share about the 20th Annual CEA Golf Classic or
our current AC situation please reply to this e-mail or click
this link for the Golf Classic reply e-mail:

golfclassic@ceaemployment.com

Many thanks for your past, present and future support.

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Wednesday, June 22, 2011

CEA Packaging Networking Reception

Please join us at our Flemington facility, Monday, June 27, 2011 from 5:30-7:30 PM. While enjoying complimentary food & cocktails, business professionals will have the opportunity to network with other professionals and learn about the benefits of working with CEA Packaging a division of the Center for Educational Advancement. Founded in 1970, CEA Packaging has been working with numerous organizations throughout the Tri-state area including pharmaceutical, plastics and food related companies.

Upon entering, drop in a business card for the chance to win two (2) tickets to our CEA 20th Annual Golf Classic! The outing is being held on September 12, 2011 at the Copper Hill Country Club in Flemington, NJ.

Find out more about the Center for Educational Advancement by visiting our website, www.ceaemployment.com.

Friday, June 3, 2011

Visit CEA PACKAGING AT JACOB JAVITS CONVENTION CENTER NY JUNE 7-9

Come see us at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York
City June 7 -9, BOOTH 3541 to learn more about our CONTRACT
PACKAGING, INSPECTION, ASSEMBLY and UNIQUE SERVICES... ask
for Jim Cavanagh.

NEED DIRECTIONS TO THE JACOB K. JAVITS CENTER? ---

http://www.javitscenter.com/Default.aspx?cmsid=40

Last year marked 40 years of manufacturing and packaging
excellence for CEA Packaging. Handling outsourcing and
specialty packaging needs for many of the best known
companies in the region since 1970. CEA Packaging will also
be hosting a"Packaging Action Conference, C-PAC II", on June
27, 2011 you may also contact Jim Cavanagh at
jcavanagh@ceapackaging.com. CEA Packaging is an FDA
registered, Small Business Enterprise, specializing in
superior Quality Control standards.CEA Packaging, part of the
Center for Educational Advancement, is conveniently located
in Central NJ (Flemington) near major transportation hubs and
highways.

For more information about CEA Packaging please visit
www.ceaemployment.com or call 908-782-1480.

Tuesday, May 24, 2011

The Center for Educational Advancement Awarded Three-Year CARF Accreditation

Raritan Twp. 5/24/11 CARF International announced that The
Center for Educational Advancement (CEA) has been accredited
for a period of three years in the following eight

Employment Services Programs. Community Employment Services:
Job Development, Community Employment Services: Job Support,
Community Employment Services: Job-Site Training,
Comprehensive Vocational Evaluation Services, Employee
Development Services, Employment Skills Training Services,
Employment Transition Services, and Organizational Employment
Services.

Their first accreditation was in 1975 when CEA became the
first organization in New Jersey to receive certification.

This accreditation decision represents the highest level of
accreditation that can be awarded to an organization and
shows the organization's substantial conformance to the CARF
standards. An organization receiving a Three-Year
Accreditation has put itself through a rigorous peer review
process and has demonstrated to a team of surveyors during an
on-site visit that its programs and services are of the
highest quality, measurable, and accountable.

The Center for Educational Advancement is a not-for-profit
organization with offices at 11 Minneakoning Road,
Flemington, NJ. It has been providing jobs, education, job
training, and employment services in Hunterdon and Somerset
counties since 1970.

CARF is an independent, nonprofit accrediting body whose
mission is to promote the quality, value, and optimal
outcomes of services through a consultative accreditation
process that centers on enhancing the lives of the persons
served. Founded in 1966 as the Commission on Accreditation
of Rehabilitation Facilities, and now known as CARF, the
accrediting body establishes consumer-focused standards to
help organizations measure and improve the quality of their
programs and services.

For additional information about CEA please contact Rose
Holden, Director of Development & Public Relations at
908-782-1480 x 263., or rholden@ceaemployment.com

Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Social Skills and the Special Needs Child on the Autism Spectrum Workshop, presented by Ms. Courtney Spalter, L.S.W.

Spring Run School and The Center for Educational Advancement (CEA) will be presenting a presentation regarding the Social Skills and the Special Needs for an Autism Spectrum Child. The presentation will be presented by Mrs. Courtney Spalter, L.S.W. Mrs. Spalter was eight years of experience working with parents and children. She has spent years working as an individual therapist and a case worker for families that need help. For about two years, she has been the school social worker at Spring Run School. Mrs. Spalter currently has a Bachelor Degree in Psychology and a Masters Degree in Social Work. This workshop is made for parents with children with special needs and those that serve the special needs community. Light refreshments and fare will be served by the CEA Café!

This event will be hosted on May 24, 2011 at 6:30pm at:

Spring Run School
11 Minneakoning Road
Flemington, NJ
08822

RSVP:
RVSP TO THIS EVENT VIA FACEBOOK, BY CLICKING THIS LINK!

RSVP TO THIS EVENT VIA TELEPHONE:
Dawn Hartfelder at CEA 908-782-1480 - Ext. # 277,

Getting to Spring Run School...

How do you get to Spring Run School? Well, you could pull up a search engine, and type in Spring Run School and find a link for us there. Hey, maybe you could even call Information (411?) from your landline and ask for our listing. You may even want to take a seat in your trusty vehicle (I said trusty, not rusty!) and pull out a dog-eared, coffee stained road map and look up 11 Minneakoning Road in Flemington NJ and then navigate the lefts and rights that will bring you here.

On the other hand, why don't you just hold your iPhone or Droid up to this scan code and click on over!

You have arrived.

Wednesday, May 4, 2011

Event: Social Skills and the Special Needs Child on the Autism Spectrum - May 24 @ 6:30am

WHO: Spring Run School/Center for Educational Advancement
(CEA) WHAT: Public Workshop, Speaker Series... Titled: Social
Skills and the Special Needs Child on the Autism Spectrum,
presented by Ms. Courtney Spalter, L.S.W.

This is just one in our Speaker Series of public workshops
that are being conducted during the 2010-2011 school year.
This workshop is designed for parents of students with
special needs and those that serve the special needs
community. Professional credit hours will be offered to
educational professionals. Light refreshments and fare are
served by The CEA Cafe'. WHEN: May 24, 2011 at 6:30 pm (one
hour long) WHERE: Spring Run School, 11 Minneakoning Road,
Flemington, NJ 08822 PRICE: free CONTACT: RSVPs to Dawn
Hartfelder at CEA 908-782-1480 Ext. 277,

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Wednesday, April 27, 2011

Financial Resources FCU Foundation, Inc Gives to CEA

Raritan Twp:

The Center for Educational Advancement (CEA) received $1,000
last week from Financial Resources FCU Foundation, Inc.

A "Jeans Day Friday" was held twice a month at the Credit
Union, which allowed Financial Resources FCU employees the
opportunity to wear jeans to work. In return, the employees
made a donation to the Foundation with the money benefiting
local charitable organizations. The Credit Union matched all
"Jean Day" funds that were raised by their employees.

The Foundation organizes charitable and hosts charitable
events on behalf of Financial Resources Federal Credit Union
in support of charities and medical institutions that provide
services to children.

For information about CEA or to participate, sponsor, or
advertize in our 20th Annual Golf Classic, on September 12th
at the Copper Hill Country Club, please contact Rose Holden
Director of Development & Public Relations. 908-782-1480
ext 263 or email rholden@ceaemployment.com

Tuesday, April 26, 2011

MAGYAR BANK CHARITABLE FOUNDATION DONATES TO CEA

Raritan Twp:

The Center for Educational Advancement (CEA) received $1,500
from the Magyar Bank Charitable Foundation. A grant proposal
was written to the foundation by Rose Holden Director of
Development & Public Relations.

The money will be used to support the upcoming G.A.L.A.X.Y
Program (Growing Assurance & Life Skills for After School
Xtraordinary Youth). This is an after-school program offered
by Spring Run School (SRS) that will address the needs of
9-18 year old at-risk-youth that have difficulty with peer
pressure, low self-esteem and the complexities of public
school life in middle and high school environments. These are
just a few areas that will be addressed.

CEA mission is to educate, empower, and employ individuals
with special needs. CEA provides jobs, education, and job
training for individuals with physical, emotional, and
developmental disabilities.

Magyar Bank has offices in New Brunswick and Bridgewater.

Their Charitable Foundation's mission supports initiatives
that enhance health and human services and educational
initiatives to the underserved population.

CEA will be holding its 20th Annual Golf Classic on September
12th at the Copper Hill Country Club, in Flemington NJ.

To sponsor, advertise, play golf, or donate to our silent
auction, please call Rose Holden, Director of Development
& Public Relations at 908-782-1480 Ext 263, or e-mail
rholden@ceaemployment.com

EAGLE SCOUT SERVICE PROJECT TO BENEFIT SPRING RUN SCHOOL (SRS)

Raritan Twp:

Local Life Scout Daniel T. Vanacore of Ringoes, belongs to
Boy Scout Troop 194. He will be enhancing SRS's Para Outdoor
Exercise Course for his Eagle Scout Service Project.

Spring Run School is a State of NJ private special education
school serving youth age 13-21 with special needs.

The existing course at SRS has two basic stations and cannot
be used by everyone. Mr. Vanacore is planning to renovate and
extend the existing balance beam, and creating four new
exercise stations to include: New Stretching Station, New
Sit-up & Arm Walk Station, and a New Mulched Trail:

The Life Scout will be seeking donations of cash and supplies
to complete his project and has already received cash
donations from Mavorde Farms and Shields Gymnastics.

Jr Land Inc. will be drilling the holes for this course for
free and Flemington Supply will be donating the galvanized
piping needed for the entire project. Twin Pines Nursery will
be supplying wood chips and a reduced low cost.

This Life Scout has started making the new stations at his
house with the assistance of his two scout brothers Chris
Vanacore, Eagle Scout and Robert Vanacore, First Class Scout.
His father, older scouts and scout parents who are skilled in
carpentry will also be helping and he will be involving
younger scouts to create the mulched trail.

This is Mr. Vanacore's last step in fulfilling all of his
requirements to becoming an Eagle Scout. Completion date is
scheduled for sometime in May weather permitting.

For further information about this project, please call
Michael Walsh, Director of Facilities at CEA/SRS

908-782-1480 ext 239

Wednesday, April 13, 2011

"Breakfast With Bunnies" at CEA, 4/2011

View more photos at CEA's Facebook

Raritan Twp:

On Saturday, April 9th, the Center for Educational
Advancement (CEA) hosted their 5th Annual Charitable
"Breakfast With The Live Bunnies" at their location, 11
Minneakoning Road in Flemington. Tickets were sold in
advance and at the door. This event included a full
breakfast, face painting, kid's crafts, a picture with a live
bunny, and much more.

Approximately 350 people enjoyed themselves and as always had
a great time petting these amazing"Live Bunnies"

View more photos at CEA's Facebook

An estimated $1,900 was raised with all proceeds benefiting
the training programs offered at CEA for individuals with
physical, emotional, and developmental disabilities.

On behalf of CEA, thank you to everyone who attended and
donated to this Annual event and a special thank you to the
Bunny Breakfast committee, along with everyone who
volunteered their time helping to make this event a
successful one.

View more photos at CEA's Facebook

Our next Charitable fundraising event will be CEA's 20th
Annual Golf Classic scheduled for Monday September 12th,
2011. This event will be held at the Copper Hill Country
Club, in Flemington.

For sponsorship and advertising information, or to learn more
about CEA, please call Rose Holden 908-782-1480 ext 263, or
email rholden@ceaemployment.com

View more photos at CEA's Facebook

Spring Run School Interview

Eye on Hunterdon, Center for Educational Advancement (CEA)

The above link goes to an interview that Lisa Brady, Hunterdon Central High School's Superintendent, conducted with John Ritchie, Principal of Spring Run School (SRS), and Courtney Spalter, Social Worker at SRS on March 9th, 2011 for HCTV Channel 14, Eye on Hunterdon.

The information in here is excellent! If you ever wondered what we at CEA do... it's answered here. If you wanted to know more about special education in New Jersey, the information is in here. If you want to hear more about a great model of how to serve a special needs population, you can hear it in this interview.

Monday, April 11, 2011

16th Annual Friendship Recognition Dinner Dance

A letter of thanks from the President and CEO, Michael Skoczek, of the Center for Educational Advancement in regards to this year's Annual Friendship Recognition Dinner Dance:

On behalf of The Center for Educational Advancement (CEA) I wish to thank our sponsors, advertisers, donors, attendees and especially our awardees for helping make our 16th Annual Friendship Recognition Dinner Dance, held at the Grand Colonial on March 12, 2011 a resounding success.

The Grand Colonial provided great food and excellent service, while the incredible entertainment and the extraordinary silent auction were enjoyed by all 159 attendees.

The Friendship Recognition Dinner Dance recognizes some of the people and organizations that have helped us at CEA and Spring Run School honor our commitment to Educate, Empower and Employ individuals with special needs. This year we recognized the Friendship of: First Lady of NJ, Mary Pat Christie, Albea, Lindsay Margossian, Gary Malgieri, James H. Robinson, Randy Block, and The Bunbury Company.

In particular I congratulate and thank the Dinner Dance committee, particularly Karen Palotas, Chairperson of this event, for all of their tireless efforts in the weeks leading up to the event.

Thanks also to Diane Love for her hard work and commitment to CEA. She worked tirelessly to help make our silent auction a memorable one. Another special thank you goes out to Chris Halligan from Associated Mailing & Printing for kindly donating the printing of our program books.

On behalf of the event steering committee I recognize and thank all of our supporting sponsors: Ardito & Co., LLP, Associated Mailing & Printing, LLC, Bihler of America, CenturyLink, Investors Saving Bank, Johanna Foods, Inc., RAAB Coin, Inc. Hunterdon Healthcare, and BCG Advisors. With their sponsorship and the enthusiastic support of everyone who attended, donated, or advertised, we raised $23,000, which helps fund our employment training programs, benefiting individuals with physical, emotional and or developmental disabilities.

In the coming months CEA will stay focused on its mission of educating, empowering, and employing people with special needs. CEA continues to provide a paycheck for every person attending our Employment Service Programs.

I encourage all readers to consider participating in CEA's upcoming events which include the 20th Annual Golf Classic, scheduled for September 12th at the Cooper Hills C.C., and the 19th Annual Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day 2011.

For further information about CEA or our upcoming events please call Rose Holden Director of Development and Public Relations at 908-782-1480 Ext 263

Thank you,

Michael Skoczek, President & CEO

Wednesday, April 6, 2011

Event: Breakfast With Bunnies - Apr 9 @ 8:00am

We're hosting our 5th Annual Charitable "Breakfast With
Bunnies" on Saturday April 9th , 8:30-11:30am at the Center
for Educational Advancement, 11 Minneakoning Road in
Flemington.

The day will include a full breakfast, face painting, kid's
crafts, a picture with a live bunny, and much more. Tickets
cost $7.00 for ages 12 and up, $5.00 for ages 4-11. Children
3 and under are free.

The 3rd Annual Breakfast with the Bunnies was a great
success! We thank everyone who came out to join us on March
20, 2010. We served about 250 breakfasts and had a lot of
fun! Face painting by clowns, crafts and a jelly bean count
were some of the events of the day. Even our special guest,
Noodles, (a pig) tried to pass himself off for a bunny!

Noodles and some of our returning furry friends were
available throughout the morning for free photos &
petting opportunities.

THE BUNNIES ARE HOPPING ALONG TO CEA THIS SATURDAY APRIL 9th

Raritan Twp.-The Center for Educational Advancement (CEA)
located at 11 Minneakoning Road, Flemington, will host their
5th Annual Charitable "Breakfast with the Bunnies" on
Saturday April 9th , 8:30-11:30a.m.

All proceeds benefit people with physical, emotional, and
developmental disabilities. For information or to purchase
tickets, contact Cindy Whitman at (908) 782-1480, Ext 268 or
email cwhitman@ceaemployment.com For information about CEA or
to take a tour, volunteer, or to make a donation, please
contact Rose Holden, Director of Development & Public
Relations at (908) 780-1480, Ext263, or email
rholden@ceaemployment.com.

Friday, March 25, 2011

Spring Run School Nominates School Social Worker

Raritan Twp: John Ritchie, Principal of Spring Run School (SRS) is pleased to announce that Courtney Spalter, School Social Worker, has been nominated for School Social Worker of the Year for this school year 2010-2011.

The awarding agency is the New Jersey Association of School Social Workers of Sicklerville, NJ. The winner of the award will be announced on Monday, 4/11/11 at the agency's annual Spring Institute.

Ms. Spalter was nominated as a result of her sincere devotion to the well-being of students with special needs served by Spring Run School, as well as her overall professionalism. Spring Run School is a NJ-accredited private secondary special education school serving students age 13-21 with special needs.

Spring Run School just celebrated 25 years of service to students with varying disabilities. The Center for Educational Advancement (CEA) operates SRS, which truly allows for a unique school setting. Students are provided transition services each day helping them adjust from school life to adulthood.

For further information about SRS, to volunteer, donate, or to take a tour, please call John Ritchie, Principal at 908-782-1480, or email jitchie@ceaemployment.com. The school in located at 11 Minneakoning Road, Flemington.

Wednesday, March 16, 2011

S. Paul Prior Speaking On: Guardianship Law for People with Disabilities & Their Families

We have a slight change in venue! S. Paul Prior will be speaking in place of Evelina Padilla, Esq. of Hinkle, Fingles & Prior Attorneys At Law tomorrow evening at Spring Run School.

S. Paul Prior has spent his legal career representing people with disabilities. As the younger brother of a man with autism, he has a life-long commitment to disability law.

His legal work has focused on special education, guardianship, financial entitlements, and access to appropriate services. A substantial part of his practice is devoted to assisting families in estate and trust matters.

He has successfully argued leading cases before the New Jersey Supreme Court, Third Circuit Court of Appeals, as well as other state and federal courts. He served as a federal monitor overseeing conditions at state-operated institutions. He holds a JD from Seton Hall University School of Law, and serves on the board of directors of for the Arc of New Jersey, Autism New Jersey (formerly COSAC), Special Olympics New Jersey and the Eden Foundation. He is a member of the Elder Law Section of the New Jersey Bar Association.

He writes and lectures frequently on topics concerning the law and disability as well as issues affecting siblings.

The Center for Educational Advancement and Spring Run School look forward to the talk on Guardianship Law tomorrow evening. Be sure to come out for an evening of priceless information and resources for those connected to disabilities.

A special St. Patrick's Day menu is included, complimentary, with this event. Corned Beef, Cabbage, Red Potatoes, Soda Bread and refreshments will be served by The CEA Cafe'.

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THE EVENT:

WHO: Spring Run School/Center for Educational Advancement (CEA)

WHAT: Public Workshop, Speaker Series... Titled: "Guardianship Law for People with Disabilities & Their Families" by S. Paul Prior, Esq. of Hinkle, Fingles & Prior Attorneys At Law

This is just one in our Speaker Series of public workshops that is being conducted during the 2010-2011 school year. While most of this series is designed for parents of students with special needs and those that serve the special needs community, this one is for anyone associated with an individual with special needs who is interested in learning more about guardianship issues. Professional credit hours will be offered to educational professionals. Light refreshments and fare in the theme of St. Patrick's Day will be served by The CEA Cafe'.

WHEN: March 17, 2011 at 6:30 pm, St. Patrick's Day

WHERE: Spring Run School, 11 Minneakoning Road, Flemington, NJ 08822

PRICE: free

CONTACT: RSVPs to Dawn Hartfelder at CEA 908-782-1480 Ext. 277, dhartfelder@ceaemployment.com
www.ceaemployment.com

Monday, March 14, 2011

Outstanding Story ~ Spring Run School ~ Michael F.

In the past six months, Michael F. has become a terrific person. Michael’s behavior can no longer be categorized as defiant and oppositional. He has developed into a productive student, and has begun to take responsibility for his actions.

Michael continues to improve his interpersonal relationships with family as well as staff. He has become intrinsically motivated both inside and outside of the classroom. Michael is currently working two jobs, and has taken responsibility for numerous chores at home. His recent behavior is both positive and commendable. Most importantly, Michael is a good person. He possesses strong character and wants to do the right thing.

Michael has become a positive role model for the other students. He continuously works to better himself and others around him. Michael is a determined young man who has the world ahead of him. His success can be attributed to the collaborative effort between his family and the school system. Michael represents the positive change education can make in one’s life. With continued guidance and moral support, I have no doubt that Michael F. will continue to be a fruitful person.

Sincerely,
Michael Guenther: (Personal Aid)

Monday, February 28, 2011

Guardianship Law for People with Disabilities & Their Families

Spring Run School and the Center for Educational Advancement will present a free public workshop at 6:30 p.m. on March 17, 2011 at Spring Run School, 11 Minneakoning Road, Raritan Township titled "Guardianship Law for People with Disabilities & Their Families" to be conducted by Evelina Padilla, Esq. of Hinkle, Fingles & Prior Attorneys At Law.

Evelina E.G. Padilla is dedicated to providing legal representation to persons with disabilities and their families. She has experience in special education, children’s issues, public entitlements and a broad range of administrative issues. For two years, she served as a law clerk for the New Jersey Office of Administrative Law.

She served as a clinical law student at the Rutgers Newark Special Education Clinic. As a Governor’s Executive Fellow at the Eagleton Institute of Politics, she worked at the New Jersey Department of Education, Legislative Services, reviewing and monitoring legislation. She holds a JD from Rutgers University School of Law-Newark. She is a member of the New Jersey, New York and Florida bars. She is proficient in Spanish.

During the 2010-2011 school year Spring Run School and the Center for Educational Advancement will be offering a series of free workshops designed for parents of students with special needs. Parents, students and others in the education and social services fields are invited to attend. (Seating is limited-please register early.)

Workshops will be held at CEA and Spring Run School, Flemington, NJ.

A Question & Answer session will follow all presentations. Child specific questions will be encouraged. Light refreshments and fare in the theme of St. Patrick's Day will be served by The CEA Cafe'.

This is just one presentation in the Speaker Series of public workshops for parents of students with special needs and those that serve the special needs community. Professional credit hours will be offered to educational professionals. To make a reservation for November 9th or for additional information call Dawn Hartfelder at dhartfelder@ceaemployment.com (908-782-1480 ext. 277) or visit our web-site: www.ceaemployment.com or RSVP through Facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=187924354580707

Additional Sessions:

3/22/11 Behavior Modification and the Acting-Out Student with Special Needs
Presented By: Mr. John Ritchie, Ed.M. Spring Run School Principal
6:30 P.M. at Spring Run School

5/24/11 Social Skills and the Special Needs Child on the Autism Spectrum
Presented By: Ms. Courtney Spalter, L.S.W. and Ms. Jean Hewens, L.C.S.W.
6:30 P.M. at Spring Run School

Spring Run School is a State of NJ approved private secondary special education school that provides a therapeutic learning environment for special needs students. The Center for Educational Advancement (CEA), a not-for-profit organization in Flemington, NJ, providing Training, Placement and Employment opportunities to people with disabilities. CEA also offers the Transition from School to Work/Adulthood program to the students of Spring Run School.

Once again to register for this or future workshops please contact Dawn Hartfelder at dhartfelder@ceaemployment.com (908-782-1480 ext. 277)

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