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• 2012 Inclusive Practice Award Winner, Shaw Elementary School Mat-Su and Nominees -- thank you!!
• Ric Nelson helps us understand the importance of early intervention services in PSA from the Trust. Early intervention services helped get him on the right path. For children with developmental disabilities, getting help early increases chances for success. Thank you Ric!
• 2012 Advocates in Disability Award - DEADLINE FEBRUARY 28. The purpose of the ADA Program is to award and encourage a young individual with a disability between the ages of 14 and 26, who has dedicated himself/herself to positively affecting the lives of individuals with disabilities and their families in the United States.
• Contest Seeks Creative Videos That Challenge Perceptions about Disability & Employment
• GCDSE 2011 Annual Report
• Our winter newsletter is now available!
• SSA Requests Public Comment on the Unique Needs of Homeless SSI Recipients.
  Comments are due by March 2, 2012.
  

• January 24-26 -- Council Meeting

• Community Gathering & Public Testimony
  Wednesday, January 25 • 5:00 –9:00pm
  Centennial Hall, Juneau Alaska

• Be a mentor for the day - February 2nd. We are looking for 50 people willing to mentor a young person with a  disability for the day on Feb. 2, from  9 am - 4 pm.
• Inclusive Practice Awards Please submit your nominations by January 22, 2012

• The Transportation Security Administration has announced the launch of TSA Cares
  

• Nominations WANTED for the Alaska Alliance for Direct Service Careers Outstanding Direct Service Professionals of the Year Awards!
• The new Alaska Mobility Coalition public awareness ads start
• Federal Job Fair Thursday, Jan 19, 2012
• Patrick Reinhart receives national recognition for his work in Rural Advocacy - Thank you for the work you do Patrick!
• The Governor's Council on Disabilities and Special Education 2011 Stakeholder Satisfaction Survey
• Disability Rights News from the State of Alaska ADA Coordinator
• Does your family have a 10 day plan in case of a disaster?
• Senior & Disabilities Services Medicaid Waiver Brochure
• The Trust's 2010 Annual Report: 15 Years of Commitment and Success

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