Hench Autism Studies
Parents Meeting to be held Jan 21

DEFIANCE, Ohio – The Hench Autism Studies Program at Defiance College will hold a parents’ meeting on Thursday, Jan. 21, from 7 - 8:30 p.m. in the Dix Room 106, Schauffler Hall.

At the next meeting, Laura Springer, Ed.S. and director of student services and special education for Defiance City Schools, will help “demystify” the new Ohio Individual Education Program. Her knowledge and experience will help attendees understand this very important document for accessing educational services for students with autism.

The Hench Autism Studies Resource Center in the Pilgrim Library will be open and available for attendees.

Parents and others interested in programs serving children with autism are encouraged to attend. If you have any questions about the meeting or have information to share, please contact Fred Coulter, Parent Partnership Coordinator, at (419) 783-2416 or autism@defiance.edu.

Defiance College, chartered in 1850, is an independent, liberal arts institution in Northwest Ohio offering more than 40 undergraduate majors as well as graduate programs in education and business. Defiance College has received national recognition for its educational experience of engagement. The college website is www.defiance.edu.

January 7, 2010