Engaging Opportunities
Where in the World are Lucy, Kathy, and Fran?
STAYING ENGAGED In early June, Lucy attended School Connections in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where she engaged with representatives from therapeutic programs to discuss the latest happenings on their campuses.
Elm Street Placements consultants are committed to guiding their families to the best options, which means continuing engagement with schools and programs. NETWORKING TOGETHER The trio attended the Independent Educational Consultant Association’s biannual conference in Chicago. This event was a continuing-education and engagement opportunity for the group. Lucy also had her first meeting as an association board member and presented on Nonverbal Learning Disabilities with speech and language pathologist Deb Browne from the Brehm School in Carbondale, Illinois. (Learn more about diagnosing these disabilities on Page 2.) Back in the local community, Lucy, Kathy, and Fran hosted workshops for professionals and parents about the unique issues and treatments for adopted children, featuring Dr. Norm Thibault, LMFT executive director of Three Points Center in Hurricane, Utah.
VISITING ORGANIZATIONS Kathy toured 12 of North Carolina’s therapeutic programs this spring, including schools for children and teens with mental health needs, substance abuse issues, and residential therapeutic young adult programs. Kathy’s busy schedule also took her across New York and New Jersey to tour schools that offer one-on-one learning environments and a camp that specializes in children with disabilities and also provides a residential program for adults. While in Chicago for the IECA conference, Lucy spent time with residents and staff at a recovery community for young-adult men.
A LITTLE FUN, TOO It’s not all work and no play! In between various tours, Lucy, Kathy, and Fran attended a Cubs game at Wrigley Field. Lucy also met with former President Barack Obama’s education secretary, Arne Duncan. For more information on our travels or to collaborate with our team, visit ElmStreetPlacements.com.
ZUCCHINI SALAD WITH TOASTED HAZELNUTS
SUDOKU
INGREDIENTS
• 3 small zucchini (3/4 lb.) • 1/2 tsp lemon zest, grated • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice • 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil • Salt and pepper, to taste • 1/4 cup toasted hazelnuts, coarsely chopped
• Mint leaves, for garnish • Parmesan cheese, preferably
Parmigiano-Reggiano, for garnish
DIRECTIONS
1. Using a mandolin or very sharp knife, slice zucchini lengthwise into extremely thin, wide ribbons. 2. Arrange zucchini ribbons on a plate, sprinkle with lemon zest, and drizzle with juice. 3. Drizzle oil over zucchini, season with salt and pepper, and toss. 4. Scatter hazelnuts over the top, garnish with mint and cheese, and serve.
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