The Adult Education Class is a partnership between The Arc of Frederick County and Frederick Community College. The next session begins on April 16 and runs through June 25 (no class on May 28).

Classes will be held on Mondays from 3:30-5:00 pm and the cost is $60.00. This session's theme is "Live, Learn and Give." In addition to providing the opportunity for students to work on Independent Living Skills, we also encourage community involvement by participating in a variety of tours and field trips in the area during our sessions.

For more information on Adult Education classes, please contact Corby Fowler (301-663-0909 ext. 17) or Lisa Martinis (ext. 31).

The Arc of Frederick County will hold a Membership Meeting on Monday, June 25 at 6:00 PM.  It will be held at our office at 620-A Research Court, Frederick.  At this meeting, all current members will have the opportunity to vote on the proposed Board of Directors for Fiscal Year 2013.  So that we have enough chairs and written materials, please RSVP by calling 301-663-0909 x16 by June 20.

Third Monday of every month, 7:00 pm, at The Arc of Frederick County.

The Parent's Support Group meets on the second Wednesday of every month from 11:30am - 1:00 pm. The group usually meets at a local restaurant to enjoy a social lunch together, sharing in conversation where stories of successes and struggles can be expressed within a group of parents who can really relate to each other. They share ideas on different topics and offer support to one another. This is a casual group setting where parents are involved in the decisions about the group.

If you are interested in joining the Parent's Group, contact Amy at The Arc at 301-663-0909 Extension 29. Amy can put you on the mailing list to receive monthly flyers with the information for each meeting. 

The final years of high school are critical to securing supports and funding that will help transitioning youth students for the rest of their lives.  The Arc of Frederick County hosts a Parent Support Group for parents of transitioning high school students with developmental disabilities. 

The group focuses on educational support, connecting students to work and other adult resources, meeting deadlines to access benefits, and brainstorming, sharing, and expanding parent knowledge of what is offered during and after high school.  During the parent meeting, students can participate in a variety of social activities.

Meetings are held once a month at The Arc.  Contact Karen Wiese at 301-663-0909 or KWiese@arcfc.org for meeting dates and other information about this support group.