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Some studies estimate that more than 75% of children and adults with developmental disabilities in the U.S. live at home. (Institute on Disability and Human Development, 2004) |
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 Learn from Fraser Experts
Picture This: Changing the Look of Autism This conference, for parents and professionals of early childhood and school age children with autism spectrum disorders, will build your knowledge base and skills related to autism. You will find a variety of conference sessions including: assessment, education techniques and strategies, intervention strategies and much more.
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 Fraser Walk for Autism Raises $80,000
More than 1,000 children and adults joined together on Saturday, April 12, to walk around Mall of America for the first annual Fraser Walk for Autism. The event, sponsored by GMAC ResCap, raised more than $80,000 to support local children and adults with autism. Donations are still coming in and it's not too late to show your support! You can still make a donation or sponsor a participant.
The event featured a variety of performances by River Valley Dance Academy and In the Company of Kids Creative Arts Center. The walk officially kicked off with Radio Disney's PJ the DJ, Sharon Sayles Belton from GMAC ResCap and Fox 9 meteorologists Ian Leonard and Keith Marler. Watch a video of the event to see all the fun! |
 Program in the Spotlight
Fraser Academy Announces New Location
Fraser Academy, an elementary charter school serving children of all abilities, is moving into a new building to better serve its students. Beginning July 1, 2008, Fraser Academy will be located in south Minneapolis at 4530 Lyndale Ave. The new building offers better amenities and more space in an established neighborhood location. Fraser Academy provides individualized learning plans to meet the unique needs of each student while maintaining a high standard of academics and cultivating a sense of respect, responsibility and community. Fraser Academy is funded through state and federal funding, private gifts and is sponsored by Fraser. For the latest information, please visit www.fraseracademy.org or call 612-465-8600. | |
 Featured product
Fraser Sweatshirt
Stylish new hooded zip sweatshirt in charcoal grey with appliqued red and white lettering. Available in unisex sizes small through 2XL; $40 each. View and order through our secure site. |
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We hope our monthly e-newsletter provides you with valuable and timely information about what's going on at Fraser. Please feel free to share this newsletter with a friend by using the "forward email" link below. Best wishes to all our Fraser friends for a happy and healthy holiday season.
Sincerely yours,
Diane S. Cross
President & CEO
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