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Special Kids Network

@SpecialKidsNet

We are an independent non-profit organization that was created to provide funding for programs that help children and young adults with special needs.

 Deerfield, IL
specialkidsnetwork.org/
Joined September 2010
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Cast members @TheKennyJohnson @LinaEsco from @swatcbs are striking out the stigma of their #learningdifferences and supporting @E2ENational #strikeoutstigmonth! Own it and celebrate your own uniqueness! #dyslexia #ld #ADHD #advocate #1in5 @Alex__Russell
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I AM ABLE@IAmAbleFdn30 Sep 2021
We should #celebrate, #educate, and #empower people with #dyslexia! That is what the #IAmAble movement is all about as well as other invisible #disabilities! Share your iamable moments with us! sanantonioreport.org/we-shou…
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David Flink@DaveFlink31 Jan 2020
I am someone who own's my LD/ADHD. It is part of how I learn & think. This February, I am joining Eye to Eye mentors and mentees in raising awareness about the stigma associated with #LD #ADHD. Follow @E2ENational & #StikeOutStigma by sharing your story too! #Stigmonth
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Watch @brent_sopel share his story about his #Dyslexia and how he wants to help the #1in5 to be successful learners! #selfconfidence #advocate Amazing story! @E2ENational @TheAaronWolf tastytrade.com/tt/shows/boot…
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Autism Eats@autismeats28 Aug 2019
Boy's touching move for autistic classmate goes viral cnn.com/videos/us/2019/08/27…
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Join us for the All in For A Cure #PokerTournament & #Casino Night for the @functionalcure Chicago Diabetes Project on Sept. 21st @TheEstate #diabetes #ChicagoEvent #worldseriespoker cdppoker.com
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Patti and Ricky@PattiAndRicky_13 May 2019
Pizzability employees will be rocking our Navy Magnetic Polos by MagnaReady available at PATTIandRICKY.com! Inclusive Fashion makes getting dressed for work for people with disAbilities easy! @PizzabilityCO @MagnaReady #InclusiveFashion #PATTIandRICKY
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Thank you @brent_sopel for sharing your #Dyslexia story with @UnderstoodOrg! #helingothers #Blackhawks #chicago #advocate
Understood (@UnderstoodOrg) profile pictureUnderstood@UnderstoodOrg27 May 2019
Watch as former #StanelyCup champion, Brent Sopel, talks about his journey with #dyslexia.

Stanley Cup Champ Brent Sopel on His Reading Issues

As Brent Sopel's daughter started struggling with reading, he had no choice but to address his own challenges head on. Hear Brent's inspiring story, in his own words.

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Watch @swatcbs Thursday to catch our supporter @TheKennyJohnson! He’s such a great advocate for the special needs community! #Dyslexia #learningdifferences #MentalHealth #Autism #SWAT @ShawnRyanTV @ARThomasTV #rollSWAT
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@swatcbs30 Apr 2019
Everything and everyone will be questioned. #SWAT THURSDAY at 10/9c.

Preview of S.W.A.T.'s "Day of Dread"

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Keshet Chicago@KeshetChicago16 Apr 2019
On Apr 30, join us for a FREE #webinar that will overview the comorbidity of #anxiety and #depression that are common to individuals with #AutismSpectrumDisorder. Click the link to learn more and register! keshet.org/upcoming-workshop…
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Alan Alda
@alanalda16 Apr 2019
Dave Flink's work has had a real impact on my family. Listen in. He might have an impact on yours. Clear + Vivid podcast free at AlanAlda,com @E2ENational @DaveFlink
Clear+Vivid (@alda) profile pictureClear+Vivid@alda16 Apr 2019
IT'S PODCAST DAY! Today is the season finale of #ClearAndVivid Season 3. @alanalda is joined by Author, @DaveFlink. They discuss how we can all start thinking differently about learning. Listen now on @Stitcher, @ApplePodcasts, and AlanAlda.com. 🎓 🎙️
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Chad Coe@chadcoe26 Jan 2019
I am thrilled to share with you the link to purchase my new book. Over 2 years in the making. Like so many of us, Sam Paige is stuck in a rut. He's been working at a job he hates just to make ends... smile.amazon.com/dp/03592378…
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It is with profound sadness and immeasurable loss to learn of the passing of Kenneth "Kenny, KJ" Jacob Rudin, 24. Kenny was a shining star who touched the lives of so many with his bright smile and huge heart.... facebook.com/124035310983458…
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Laura Conliffe@LZCGlassMosaics28 Oct 2018
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@specialkids @SpecialKidsNet @SpecialKidsInc #SpecialEducation @Dumbledi @craignewmark @310peaceandlove @MamaBear_DC @StanLevenson Hospital School teacher Ms D is trying to fund a project for washable school supplies #pediatric students #liftoff @Ripple donorschoose.org/project/chi…
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Congrats to the @TheNoraProject for your work with teaching #empathy and sparking friendships between children & their peers with #disabilities! You are making a difference to #StrikeOutStigma!
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Check us out in Chicago magazine! chicagomag.com/Chicago-Magaz…
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JADC20@jahmom316 Sep 2018
Full room tonight. Thanks to everyone for coming out to support Chicago Diabetes Project. All in for a Cure Poker & Casino Tournament Big thanks @IMPACT365 @SpecialKidsNet @chadcoe
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Chad Coe@chadcoe16 Sep 2018
Sold out tonight. Thanks to everyone for coming out to support Chicago Diabetes Project. All in for a Cure Poker & Casino Tournament Big thanks @IMPACT365 @SpecialKidsNet Ron Slucker its amazing to see all of this support — at Gene & Georgetti... facebook.com/1648460762/post…
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4 days until the Annual All for A Cure Poker & Casino Night benefitting @functionalcure (Chicago Diabetes Project) Info at cdppoker.com. @chadcoe @IMPACT365 #poker #casino #diabetes #specialneeds #WorldSeriesofPoker #LasVegas
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Chicago Sun-Times
@Suntimes11 Sep 2018
“It’s the best moment I could ever imagine,” the Cubs fan said before he took to the field to belt out the national anthem. His efforts resulted in $36,000 donation to the Special Olympics, @madkenney reports. bit.ly/2oY6X7Q
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Fundraiser at Grill House in Northbrook on September 4 between 5pm - 9pm. Join us as you eat dinner with 20% of the bill donated back to us to support #specialneeds children & young adults. #charity #specialkidsrock #chicago #fundraiser
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