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Western DuPage Special Recreation Association Winter/Spring 2018 MISSION STATEMENT The development of individuals through recreation. VISION STATEMENT Opening a world of untapped potential and a lifetime of possibilities WELCOME TO WDSRA! WDSRA is THE place for engaging community-based social & recreational programs for individuals of all ages with special needs. Our expert staff is dedicated to making sure every experience is a positive one. Our WDSRA Programs are designed similar to traditional park district programs. There is something for every interest including: competitive and recreational athletics, Special Olympics, adaptive sports, music, dance, art, theater, social clubs, camps, trips, special events and more! Through Inclusion Services, we offer assistance to any individual with a disability who registers for a park district program from any of our member districts. Assistance varies depending on the needs of the individual and can range from adapting materials to sending support staff. There is no additional cost for participants to receive inclusion services. On the Cover... Tessa Pate, Synergy Prep Basketball Player TABLE OF CONTENTS PROGRAMS Welcome! WDSRA wants you to know that Outreach can make your transition to our programs as effortless as possible. Staff focuses on welcoming new families, Athletics ........................................................................................ 9, 17-23 answering questions, navigating forms and processes, After Bowling Programs ......................................................... 20-21 and helps recommend appropriate programming for Bowling ............................................................................................... 18-19 your loved one. In outreach, we try to get to know your participant and family before starting programs Children & Teens..............................................................................6-8 so that WDSRA can serve you better. We can also Community Events ..............................................................................3 provide contact information for resources of which your participant may be in need. If you are a new family or Fitness Programs ................................................................................15 participant to WDSRA programs, start by contacting Learning Disabilities .........................................................................13 WDSRA at 630-681-0962. Physical Challenges .................................................................48-49 Rec & Roll 2018 ............................................................................50-51 Inclusion Services Social Clubs for Children & Teens .........................................12 Social Clubs for Adults & Teens .....................................34-36 WDSRA and its member park districts believe that all individuals should be provided with leisure Special Olympics ....................................................................... 23-25 opportunities that allow for performance at their Synergy .............................................................................................52-53 highest level of ability. We understand that not every Swim Programs .................................................................... 22-23,60 person who has a special need desires WDSRA programming. In cooperation with our member Teens & Adults ..............................................................................31-33 districts, WDSRA staff will assist and advise any resident who is interested in participating in a local SPECIAL EVENTS park district program. Children & Teens............................................................................10-11 WDSRA will provide the type of support deemed necessary for successful participation in a park Teens & Adults ..............................................................................37-46 district program. Supports may include training with Trips for Teen & Adults .................................................................. 47 the park district staff members, consultation with the individual and that individual’s family members and the GENERAL INFORMATION assistance of a support staff member. WDSRA provides all inclusion services at no cost to the individual. Facility Directory ................................................................................63 For more information please contact Tammy Kerrins, Foundation Upcoming Events .....................................................5 Maddy Kirui (Naperville & Warrenville) or Stephanie Lekotek ......................................................................................................... 7 Reeve (Bloomingdale, Carol Stream, Glen Ellyn, Roselle, West Chicago, Wheaton & Winfield) at 630-681-0962. Outreach & Inclusion ...................................................................... 1,7 Program Index ..............................................................................64-65 ore Lotte o M ry! Registration Policies and Deadlines ....................................56 N Registration Form ......................................................................59-60 Special Information ..................................................................54-58 WDSRA Foundation ............................................................................4 REGISTRATION FIRST COME, FIRS T SE RVED See page 56 for more information. 1 ADMINISTRATION WDSRA Board of Directors WDSRA Full-Time Staff Rob Ward, Chairman Roselle Recreation Carrie Fullerton Bloomingdale Nancy Miner, CPRP, Superintendent of Recreation Jim Reuter Carol Stream Dayell Houzenga, CPRP, CTRS, Support Services Manager Dave Harris Glen Ellyn Tammy Kerrins, CTRS, Inclusion Manger Ray McGury Naperville Jorie Meyer, CTRS, Program Manager Tim Reinbold Warrenville Gary Major West Chicago Dori Napolitano, Day Programs Manager Mike Benard Wheaton Becky Prince, Athletics Manager Mark Pawlowski Winfield Emily Ackerman, Program Supervisor Justin Banks, CTRS, Athletics Program Supervisor WDSRA Board Meetings Brianne Carroll, Program Supervisor Kristy Ekner, CTRS, Program Supervisor The WDSRA Board of Directors meets every other month. Maddy Kirui, Inclusion Supervisor These meetings are usually held at WDSRA and are open to Stephanie Reeve, CTRS, Inclusion Supervisor any community member. Call the office or visit Heather Richardson, CTRS, Support Services Supervisor www.wdsra.com for the time and location of each meeting. Marianna Stocco, Recreation Specialist Jason Stubbeman, Synergy Supervisor Katie Weadley, Support Services Supervisor Erin White, M.S., CTRS, Program Supervisor Certifications/Credentials Ann Delort, Recreation Administrative Assistant Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists (CTRS) and Gill Brooks, Recreation Administrative Assistant Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) are Ellie Stefanic, Recreation Administrative Assistant designations granted to professionals who can demonstrate Administration through education and work experience that they meet the criteria set by Sandy Gbur, CPRP, Executive Director the National Recreation and Park Sharon Gedvilas, Supt. of Finance & Personnel Association (NRPA) Certification Board Lea Jackman, Supt. of Communications & Development and the National Council for Therapeutic Gail Bettcher, Human Resources Manager Recreation Certification. These Steve Eckelberry, Technology Manager professionals have a Bachelor’s or higher Curtis Lease, Business Services Manager degree from an NRPA accredited program, have passed Sherry Manschot, Marketing/PR Manager a certification exam, and earn and maintain sanctioned Continuing Educational Units (CEU). Other recreation staff Lanie Munzing, Special Projects Manager credentials include; Special Education. Kim Spayer, Community Relations Supervisor Mary Beck, Front Office Manager Kathy Noviskis, Administrative Assistant Joy Poling, Administrative Assistant Donna Raney, Administrative Assistant Program Symbols Ann Kennedy, Administrative Assistant Sara Kooima, Administrative Assistant The Program Link symbol next to a program indicates Program that this program precedes or follows another program. Link Sign up for a combination of leisure activities! Location Acronyms The bowling pin and ball symbol indicates that the AUR - Aurora program is linked with a bowling program. BLM - Bloomingdale The shoe symbol indicates programs that require CS - Carol Stream long periods of walking. GE - Glen Ellyn NAP - Naperville RO - Roselle WAR - Warrenville WTN - Wheaton WC - West Chicago 2 WIN- Winfield COMMUNITY EVENTS FOR EVERYONE Family Playgroup Dayell Houzenga Musical Showcase Brianne Carroll WDSRA, Child and Family Connections (CFC) and Come one, come all to WDSRA's eleventh annual Northeast DuPage Special Recreation Association Musical Showcase! This event will feature our (NEDSRA) offer a free playgroup for families that have individual piano and voice lesson participants. This a child with a disability (ages birth to 3). The goal of year the theme is going to be “Escape to Paradise,” so the playgroup is to bring families together, in an open come escape to some tropical tunes performed by our format, to play with their children and meet other very own WDSRA musicians!! You won't want to miss parents who may be going through similar experiences. this great afternoon of music! Refreshments will be Toys, balls, bubbles, art, books, music and more are served. You can pre-register or pay at the door. provided to help your