Archive for July 2016
TIP of the WEEK: Don’t Stay Silent
It is human nature to compare ourselves with others, measure our success by the achievements of our children and compare our lives to those in similar circumstances. But what happens when our lives are chaotic, milestones are dramatically delayed, and our children do things that we are certain other children are not doing? There are…
Read MoreLatham Centers: A HUGE Presence at the International PWS Conference
Latham Centers recently sent eight staff to Toronto, Canada, where we sponsored the Professional Caregivers Conference at the International Prader-Willi Syndrome Organization Conference (IPWSO). Held every three years, parents, doctors and caregivers come from around the world to meet and discuss the needs of individuals with PWS. It’s often routine for our staff to think…
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Read MoreStudents Dream Big and Learn Big at Dream
Every summer, Dream Day on Cape Cod invites the Latham students to visit their campground for a day of fun. On Monday, July 11th, the Latham students traveled to Nickerson State Park in their home down of Brewster to enjoy a day of fun outdoor activities. The activities planned included archery, fishing, canoeing, arts and…
Read MorePrincipal’s Corner: Why I Teach
Suzanne Requa-Trautz teaches because… “I like to see the light in the students’ eyes when they learn a new concept.” The teachers and aides at Latham Centers are proud to work with our students. After asking each staff why, we decided it must be shared with you, our readers. Thank you to our amazing staff…
Read MoreAgway Thanked at Latham Centers’ Year-End-Celebration
Recently, Latham Centers hosted its Annual Year End Celebration. Many community businesses were thanked for their generosity in helping out the children and adults at Latham. Agway of Cape Cod is one of those community Businesses. Below is the speech read at the Celebration. For over five years Agway of Cape Cod has been a…
Read MorePrincipal’s Corner: Why I Teach
Megan Fedor teaches because… “I teach because I get to use my creativity to enrich the lives of my students every single day.” The teachers and aides at Latham Centers are proud to work with our students. After asking each staff why, we decided it must be shared with you, our readers. Thank you to…
Read MoreTIP of the WEEK: Staying Connected
As I am preparing to attend the international conference in Toronto next week I want to encourage everyone to stay active in the PWS community. Whether you are the parent of a newborn or of an older child or adult, get and stay involved. Every age brings new challenges and celebrations and your experience is…
Read MoreSummerTide at Latham: Year-Round Learning Meets Summertime Fun
The Fourth of July has come and gone and now it’s time for Latham’s SummerTide Program! Known for an exuberant amount of fun, the SummerTide Program, funded by community partners, Friends of Pleasant Bay and the Dreyfus Foundation, blends academics and fun into a seamless curriculum. Students are engaged in general academic classes such as…
Read MorePrincipal’s Corner: Why I Teach
Mike Slavinsky teaches because… “I love the moment the student works through a frustrating problem and finally finds the answer! I am honored to be a part of that experience.” The teachers and aides at Latham Centers are proud to work with our students. After asking each staff why, we decided it must be…
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