RISE  

              Resources for Individual Student Excellence

High schoolers with IEPs, 504s, and diagnosed/undiagnosed differences are often balancing unique needs and challenges while simultaneously pursuing goals of independence and self-advocacy.  The mission of the BHS RISE Parent Group is to provide a support community for families with neuro- and ability-diverse students at BHS; and support our kids embarking on their individual journeys and goals to excellence.  RISE also hopes to support parent education and greater community understanding of neurodiversity and disability.

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Events and Resources:

(Unless specified as BHS RISE meetings, events are from recommended external sources and not vetted by, reviewed by, or necessarily represent the views of BHS RISE Parent Group, BHS Parent Group or BHS)

Contact graceleung@bhsparentsgroup.org to add an event/resource that would be of interest to our community!

BHS RISE Parent Coffee!  Wednesday January 22 from 8:45-10:15am - Join like-minded parents for coffee/tea and light bites as we share experiences, knowledge, support and encouragement!  While our kids have widely varying situations, we often find surprising commonalities and tips we can learn from each other, as well as inspiration, laughs and tears in a safe space.  Conversations and participation are agreed to be confidential unless each sharer allows otherwise.  Contact graceleung@bhsparentsgroup.org for exact address and any questions.  RSVP is encouraged to help with planning purposes.

Town Halls: Inclusive Access to a Diploma:  The California Department of Education has launched a new website to provide alternative ways for students with disabilities to show proficiency as they earn a high school diploma. Explore the resources and attend an upcoming town hall to share your insights on improving the site. 

Neurodiversity Education Series by the Parent Venture - browse their library of past webinars, including "Social" uses of Media for Neurodivergent Youth, and The Teen Brain: a Conversation with Filmmaker Tiffany Schlain.

Children's Health Center Voices of Compassion Podcast - browse library or subscribe.  Past episode topics include eating disorders, autism and learning, gender issues, balancing well-being with academics, anxiety, and validation.

SMUHSD Special Education website - Familiarize yourself with the basics of IEPs, announcements of events, and how to get involved with the SMUHSD Parent Advisory Council which meets throughout the year to foster communication between parents and SMUHSD.

SPARK for Autism:  Transition to Adulthood - browse articles from SPARK (a community of researchers and families participating in the world's largest Autism research study) with topics ranging from teen issues, college preparation, job readiness and more for those with autism.