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Take advantage of the many online zoom gatherings.
To schedule a meeting day and time for your group or for an Advocate, Celebrate or Educate event, or if you'd like some training on how to use zoom, connect with Kristen Still, your Online Coordinator.
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We thank you in advance.
DonateEvery Other Thursday
Noon to 1:00 p.m.
with David Lord
Public Policy Educator
Tim McCue
(Self Advocacy Educator,
DD Ombuds), and;
Noah Siedel
(Regional DD Ombuds)
Recommended for:
Members Only
Everyone (parents and organizations welcome)
This is your meeting, so come with bills and legislative topics of interest that you would like to know more about.
Fourth Wednesday of the Month
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
with Tim McCue
Self Advocacy Educator, DD Ombuds
Recommended for:
Members Only
Everyone (parents and organizations welcome)
Join Tim for a presentation and discussion on a variety of self-advocacy topics.
Every Other Friday
11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
with Kyle Matheson, Eric Matthes, Courtney Thom and Eric Warwick
Recommended for:
Members Only
Everyone (parents and organizations welcome)
Every other week, the General Meeting provides an opportunity for both the Media Committee and Legislative Committee to share their progress on closing institutions.
Third Wednesday of the Month
11:00 a.m. to Noon
with Resa Hayes
Recommended for:
Members Only
Everyone (parents and organizations welcome)
Legislative Committee members monitor bills and other legislation related to closing institutions in Washington State.
Every Other Friday of the Month
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
with Shawn Latham
Recommended for:
Members Only
Everyone (parents and organizations welcome)
Media Committee members produce an annual newsletter and invite legislators and media personnel to learn more about the Shut Them Down Coalition.
Every Thursday of the Month
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
with Kristen Still
Online Coordinator
Recommended for:
Members Only
Everyone (parents and organizations welcome)
YouTube Review is for our members to come together and choose content they would like to see on our People First YouTube channel.
Fourth Wednesday of the Month
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
with Tim McCue
Self Advocacy Educator, DD Ombuds
Recommended for:
Members Only
Everyone (parents and organizations welcome)
Join Tim for a presentation and discussion on a variety of self-advocacy topics.
Every Thursday
12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
with David Lord
Public Policy Educator
Recommended for:
Members Only
Everyone (parents and organizations welcome)
Learn about and discuss issues and bills that are important to people with disabilities.
Every Monday
10 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
with Resa Hayes
Community Educator
Recommended for:
Members Only
Anyone with a Disability
In this meeting, we’ll focus on what it takes to build communication, leadership, and planning skills for self-advocacy. We'll spend time talking about how to identify what you want to do, what barriers you might face, and strategies for dealing with those barriers.
Register by Monday, May 2
by contacting Resa Hayes at:
Wednesdays from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
with Resa Hayes and Craig Sicilia
Recommended for:
Members Only
Anyone with a Disability
Join in in weekly disability support topics, developing strategies for coping with various issues that the group will decide on. We are stronger together!
Every Last Tuesday of the Month
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
with Michelle Broeckling and Resa Hayes
Recommended for:
Members Only
Everyone (parents and organizations welcome)
Whether you are a new or experienced chapter advisor or president, or you'd just like to learn more about what it takes to become one, this training time is rich in information on how to successfully lead a chapter. Learn the importance and skills of goal-setting and developing action plans. Get tips on how best to support each other to keep the chapter running smoothly. The trainings are fun and engaging and sure to keep you on your toes!
Every Fourth Monday of the Month
11:00 a.m. to Noon
with Bill Fale
Educational Training Developer/
Community Educator/Artist
Recommended for:
Members Only
Anyone with a disability
Join Bill for a fun packed hour in an educational setting. Use your creative abilities to advocate, share and celebrate your personal story.
Every Monday
3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
with Kristen Still
Online Coordinator
Recommended for:
Members Only
Everyone (parents and organizations welcome)
This class is for any member who would like to become more comfortable using zoom. Learn all the skills you need, from navigating all the controls, to setting up and leading your own meeting.
Every Monday Evening
from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
with Michelle Broeckling
Recommended for:
Members Only
Everyone (parents and organizations welcome)
This almost-daily gathering is a great way to check in and connect with others. There is no set topic ahead of time. Drop in to talk about whatever is on your mind and listen to what’s going on with others, too.
(Returning Soon!)
Every Saturday
9:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
with Larry Hill
Recommended for:
Members Only
Everyone (parents and organizations welcome)
Larry Hill, your State Board Historian, is hosting Bingo every Saturday night. Stay up late and play virtual Bingo!
Every 2nd and 4th Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
with Katie Nash
Recommended for:
Members Only
Everyone (parents and organizations welcome)
Make your dreams smell good with wonderfully-scented candles that you make yourself in Katie's twice-monthly class!
Every Tuesday Night
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
with Craig Sicilia and Kiernan Chojnowski
Recommended for:
Members Only
Everyone (parents and organizations welcome)
The always young at heart Student First Images Chapter hosts this fun, informal movie night. Horror, sci-fi, and who knows what else!
Every Second Wednesday of the Month
4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Zoom
Recommended for:
Members Only
Everyone is welcome to join us
Monthly online meeting for the King County Champions Chapter members.
For more information and meeting details, please contact either:
Eric Matthes, Chapter President, at:
kingcountychampionschapter@gmail.com.
or: Emily Fung, Chapter Advisor, at:
emilyf@multiculturalfamilies.org.
Every First and Third Tuesday of the Month
4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Recommended for:
Members Only
Everyone (parents and organizations welcome)
Monthly online meeting of the Southwest Washington Chapter.
Every Friday of the Month
9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Recommended for:
Student Members Only
Everyone (parents and organizations welcome)
Monthly online meeting of the Student First Images Chapter.
Every Monday of the Month
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Recommended for:
Student Members Only
Everyone (parents and organizations welcome)
Monthly online meeting of the Student First Star Chapter.
Every Other Friday
9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Recommended for:
Student Members Only
Everyone (parents and organizations welcome)
Monthly online meeting of the Student First Project SEARCH Chapter.
Every Friday
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Recommended for:
Student Members Only
Everyone (parents and organizations welcome)
Monthly online meeting of the Student First East Valley Knights Chapter.
Every Fourth Monday of the Month
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Recommended for:
Student Members Only
Everyone (parents and organizations welcome)
Monthly online meeting of the Student First Rogers Pirates Chapter.
People First of Washington
P.O. Box 1180
Spanaway, WA 98387-9997
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People First of Washington
P.O. Box 1180
Spanaway, WA 98387-9997
Thanks for visiting! Our site is a work in progress. Help us by sending your ideas and feedback to Clayton Commercial Arts:
louisacclayton@gmail.com