Monday August 16, 2010

• Captain’s Choice
• Shotgun Start at 9:00 am
• Player Registration 8:00 am
• Cost: $125 per player/$500 Team of Four

Tournament Play Includes:

• Light Breakfast
• Box Lunch
• Chance drawing for various prizes
• Free drinks
• Golfer’s Goody Bag

Rules of Play:

• Registration at 8:00 am, light breakfast
• Shotgun start at 9:00 am
• Captain’s Choice
• Mulligans & Skirts available for purchase

Please register below or download the printable PDF»

Sponsorship Opportunitites Available Below or using the printable PDF»

Deadline for Sponsorships August 9, 2010. Call tournament Chairperson, Tim Henderson at 704-898-7010 or 704-824-7446, or Arc Director – Sara Osborne (arcgaston@bellsouth.net)  at 704-861-1036  for details.

Thank you “fore” your support and participation!

Please take a moment to nominate a volunteer, teacher, professional, or business that has given generously of their time and talents to benefit people with developmental disabilities in our community. Nomination categories also include:

• Arc Volunteer of the Year
  To honor an individual who gives generously of their time and talents to benefit people with developmental disabilities.
• Arc Teacher of the Year
  To honor a classroom teacher who has demonstrated excellence in teaching students with developmental disabilities.
• Arc Professional Employee of the Year
  To honor an individual who is employed for direct or indirect service to persons with developmental disabilities; whose contribution of time, energy, and creativity has improved the quality of life for individuals served by the nominee (i.e. job coach, community rehabilitation staff, group home staff, teacher’s assistant, respite care provider, school administrator, case manager, social worker)
• Arc Business Partnership Award
  To honor a business that has partnered with The Arc to promote the organization or a program that enhances the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities through significant contributions of support, time, or service.
• Arc Distinguished Service Award
  To honor an individual or volunteer organization which has performed an outstanding service on behalf of The Arc and people with developmental disabilities.
• Arc Citizenship Award
  To honor an individual with developmental disabilities for outstanding participation in or contributing to the community.
• Arc Youth Volunteer of the Year
  To honor a local student for giving their time and talents to benefit people with developmental disabilities.
• Arc Sibling of the Year
  To honor a sibling of a person with developmental disabilities for their participation, support, and dedicated service for their brother/sister.
• Arc Pioneer Award
  To honor an individual or business who has pioneered new opportunities for people with developmental disabilities.

You may submit your nominee using our online form, below, or download the Nomination Form »

Please copy this form as needed for additional nominations. The deadline to submit your nomination is Friday January 15, 2010. Forms may also be mailed/emailed/faxed to The Arc office.

* The Arc of Gaston County, Attn: Awards Committee, 200 E. Franklin Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28052 *
Email: arcgaston@bellsouth.net / Fax: 704-864-9464 (please confirm receipt of fax via email to the Arc office)

The Down Syndrome Association of Charlotte brings you, “Inclusion Works!” a symposium for educators, parents, and professionals to learn about how a fully inclusive classroom can be a success.

Montgomery County Public Schools in the mountains of southwest Virginia has been a fully inclusive district for nearly twenty years; students in Montgomery County attend their neighborhood schools, and there are no separate special education classes or schools in the district. Their efforts have been profiled in two HBO documentary films, one of which won an Academy Award. The symposium will focus on key elements in Montgomery County’s successful and durable move to inclusive education for all students. At the system level, presenters will address the “action steps” used system-wide in making the transition and lessons learned along the way. At the school level: values and philosophy, curriculum, staffing, scheduling and problem-solving at a highly successful inclusive school. At the classroom level, presenters will discuss co-teaching, team planning, problemsolving, and facilitating peer relationships in both primary and upper elementary grade levels. There will be ample time for questions and discussion throughout the day.

Print the downloadable PDF here »

“Just Like You” is the theme for Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month 2009
The Arc of Gaston County and other related organizations celebrate Developmental Disability Awareness Month in March, and invite you to consider the true meaning of this year’s theme, “Just Like You”.
Statewide, and across the nation, organizations devoted to serving individuals with developmental disabilities are planning special events in March to raise public awareness of the many abilities people have, regardless of disability. The “Just Like You” campaign encourages people to bring diversity to their communities by welcoming people with disabilities into local neighborhoods, workplaces, houses of worship, and schools.

“This is a time when our organization focuses on encouraging the public to better understand the individuals we serve,” said Sara Osborne, Executive Director for The Arc of Gaston County. “During Developmental Disability Awareness Month, we encourage people to learn more about the 6000+ people in the Gaston County community who have disabilities. For example, when you see a child who uses a wheelchair – see the child, not the disability. And when you see a man with a developmental disability working at your local supermarket, see the man, not his disability”, added Osborne.

*** The Arc of Gaston County is celebrating March as Developmental Disability Awareness Month with the 4th Annual Impact Expo on Saturday March 7th from 11-2 in center court of Westfield Eastridge Mall in Gastonia.  Area organizations will be displaying information about services and supports they offer to our population that address their individual needs and contribute to their many successes.  There will also be a variety of family entertainment including a fashion show featuring many of our special needs citizens, a DJ, a performance by Gaston County’s first ever special needs cheerleading team- The Super Novas, a karate demonstration, and an arts and crafts corner! 

                          So, bring the whole family! ***

During March, help us celebrate Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month by getting acquainted with someone who has a developmental disability. You’ll learn that everyone has something to offer and that they are “Just Like You” in so many ways.

The Arc of Gaston County works to ensure unlimited social, educational, health-related, and enriching opportunities for people of all ages with Mental Challenges and Developmental Disabilities through the support of family, friends, and our community.  The Arc of Gaston County is  a local non-profit chapter of the NC and the United States Arc, as well as a partner agency of the United Way of Gaston County.  

Please contact The Arc of Gaston County at 704.861.1036 or arcgaston@bellsouth.net for additional information or visit our website at www.gastoncountyarc.org.

Public Education in North Carolina −What Will It Take To Make It Work?

Please take a moment to complete the Public Education in North Carolina survey. Your input is appreciated and will be helpful in shaping future decisions and educational opportunities in our region.

ARctoberfest 2008

Saturday October 4th

Time – 5:00-8:00
Lewis Farm, Ranlo

Fun, Games, Prizes, Food, Music, Hayrides, Petting Zoo, Costume Contest, Special Guests, Raffle, and much More!

FREE to public (donations accepted)

Come out and enjoy the festivities!

Friday August 22, 2008 
(Rain Date: Friday August 29th)
Linwood Springs Golf Course
2900 Linwood Road, Gastonia

Captain’s Choice
Shotgun Start at 8:00 am
Player Registration 7:30-8:00 am
Cost: $50.00 per person / $200.00 per team
(Includes green fees & lunch)

Sponsorships available for prizes, holes, & lunch. Please send forms & fees/donations by Friday August 15th. Prizes will be given to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place teams. Along with Longest drive and Closest to the Pins.
Contact The Arc with any Questions at 704-861-1036 or arcgaston@bellsouth.net Players who do not have a team will be assigned to one. You must include your handicap average. Please return this form to: The Arc of Gaston County 200 E. Franklin Blvd, Gastonia NC 28052.

Thank you “fore” your support and participation!

For complete details and a sign up form download the printable PDF»

The event was a huge success.  Thanks to all who participated and all the wonderful vounteers!

The ARC recently launched an updated and improved site that will enable us to keep our membership and the community current on our activities. We hope that you will return often and also take a moment to subscribe to updates from our site by email.

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