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Quarterly Book Review: The Tyrannosaurus Tic
Be sure to pick up a copy of the book that your friends will be talking about, The Tyrannosaurus Tic written by Stephen McCall and illustrated by Nea Zambrana. The book chronicles the experiences and adventures of McCall's subject during his period of pre-diagnosis. Be sure to pick up a copy of the book that your friends will be talking about, The Tyrannosaurus Tic written by Stephen McCall and illustrated by Nea Zambrana. (Read More...)
News and Research
With the start of another school year fast approaching, now is a great time to begin thinking about educating your child’s teachers and classmates about Tourette Syndrome (TS). A new school year usually means new teachers getting to know your child and new peers wondering about his tics. It can also mean approaching the school and classroom in a new way on behalf of your child with TS.
  • Help Your Child’s Peers Learn About Tourette Syndrome
    By Amanda Ziegert, Area Manager, Mental Health and Interventions, Danya International
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Save the date! Mark your calendars
  • March 19, 2009 – Special Education Law and Advocacy Training sponsored by The Parents Place of Maryland, featuring Pete Wright. To be held in Columbia, Md.
  • March 5-8, 2009 – Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates (COPAA) Annual Conference. To be held in Washington, D.C.
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TS Regional Events
  • Bowl-a-thon Raises $856! The Tidewater Support Group's Annual Bowl-a-thon event, under the leadership of Jessica Gibson and Stephen McCall, raised $856! In addition, they collected fun memories and new friends that day.
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  • Tidewater Tourette Syndrome Support Group Meeting Thursday, Sept. 25th inside the Willow Oaks Branch Library located at 227 Fox Hill Rd., Hampton, VA 23669.
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Important Dates - Do Not Miss!
  • October 5, 2008 – TS Treatment Presentation by Dr. Walkup, 12:30 to 2:30pm, Baltimore, Md. Dr. Walkup will present updates on the treatment of TS and associated disorders.
  • November 9, 2008 – TSAGW Wine Tasting & Silent Auction event, 6 to 9 pm, to honor Pat Eagen, at Lakewood Country Club, Rockville, Md.
  • November 14-15, 2008 – Special Education Law and Advocacy Boot Camp, featuring Pete and Pam Wright. To be held in Columbia, Md.
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