ANGEL PAWS' READING EDUCATION ASSISTANCE DOGS (R.E.A.D.®)
SERVING SCHOOLS & LIBRARIES SINCE 2004!
"We had spent several years investigating agencies and organizations claiming to offer these benefits through their therapy dog programs and services. ... Our first meeting between our administration and (Angel Paws' Director) was impressive ... We highly recommend this program ...."
- Amanda Griffith, Executive Director & Becky Shaffer, Curriculum Adviser, Eagle Wings Academy
(complete letter of recommendation provided on our R.E.A.D. program page)
SERVING SCHOOLS & LIBRARIES SINCE 2004!
"We had spent several years investigating agencies and organizations claiming to offer these benefits through their therapy dog programs and services. ... Our first meeting between our administration and (Angel Paws' Director) was impressive ... We highly recommend this program ...."
- Amanda Griffith, Executive Director & Becky Shaffer, Curriculum Adviser, Eagle Wings Academy
(complete letter of recommendation provided on our R.E.A.D. program page)
ANGEL PAWS
Animal Assisted Activities & Therapy is a Community Partner of Pet Partners® (formerly Delta Society), a Reading Education Assistance Dogs® (R.E.A.D.®) affiliate & 501 (c) (3) Non-Profit organization since 2003 |
Reading Education Assistance Dogs® (R.E.A.D.®) Training Workshop
Next Workshop planned for Spring/Summer 2016
Learn the skills needed to work safely & effectively with your therapy animal in schools, libraries, bookstores & other facilities to help children learn to read, improve reading fluency and comprehension, build confidence, and have fun!
This workshop is for handlers only - no pets.
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READING EDUCATION ASSISTANCE DOGS® (R.E.A.D.), founded in 1999, was the first & currently remains the only nationally recognized program to provide comprehensive training & standards based program implementation for volunteers, schools & libraries to incorporate
the safe and effective participation of registered therapy animals in literacy mentoring sessions.
the safe and effective participation of registered therapy animals in literacy mentoring sessions.
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WHEN: TBA, Spring/Summer 2016 from 12:00 to 6:00pm! Please complete registration forms provided below to reserve a space or ASAP. Overnight accommodations listed below. Pet Partners Handlers Workshop should be completed, PPSAT passed & Angel Paws Orientation completed prior to our R.E.A.D. Workshop. Exceptions may be considered on a case by case basis.
*** Candidates who plan to volunteer with a dog and are not yet registered therapy teams must begin dog training ASAP - BEFORE taking this workshop. Please see our Can MY Dog be a Therapy Dog?, Therapy Dog Training Courses , Does My Dog Need Special Therapy Dog Training? , and Recommended Dog Trainers pages to start dog training ASAP. Please be sure to ASAP if you are interested in enrolling in our next workshop or need dog training. Space is limited! Enrollment may be limited to registered therapy teams. Please register early and assure space available before payment!
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VIDEO about R.E.A.D. ...
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WHAT: Angel Paws is pleased to be able to offer the Reading Education Assistance Dogs® (R.E.A.D.®) Training Workshop designed to train the 'Human-End' of the leash (handlers only, no pets) taught by our own Licensed R.E.A.D. Instructor at an exceptionally reasonable price compared to most other regional workshops around the country. Attending the R.E.A.D. Workshop conducted by a licensed R.E.A.D. Instructor is highly recommended for anyone interested in participating in reading to children programs and it is required for all Angel Paws R.E.A.D. Teams.
Although this workshop does not include animals it lays a solid foundation and teaches a deeper understanding and rationale for the essential skills to become safe, effective and confident R.E.A.D. therapy TEAMS. The Angel Paws' R.E.A.D. Workshop is presented as a 6-hour multi-media, interactive course. Students receive a copy of the R.E.A.D. Manual, registration packet & additional handouts and participate in experiential learning activities and create an individual Personal Action Plan for themselves and their own R.E.A.D. animal partner. As a registered R.E.A.D. affiliate Angel Paws members receive a discount on R.E.A.D. registration. To register as a R.E.A.D. Team with your animal you must provide proof of Therapy Animal Registration. Angel Paws/R.E.A.D. members must be registered with Pet Partners to register with R.E.A.D. but may also be eligible to participate in this workshop prior to registration. to discuss if it would be appropriate for you to attend this workshop prior to Pet Partners registration.
WORKSHOP TOPICS INCLUDE:
If you are interested in attending our next workshop - or the one after that whenever it may be offered - please ASAP. The frequency with which we offer this workshop depends on enrollment.
If you are not a registered therapy team yet we encourage you to diligently begin dog training and practice mannerly socialization in a variety of locations as soon as possible! Please see our Can MY Dog be a Therapy Dog?, Therapy Dog Training Courses , Does My Dog Need Special Therapy Dog Training? , and Recommended Dog Trainers pages to start dog training ASAP. Although this workshop is ideally designed for registered teams and should follow the Pet Partners Handlers Workshop you may still be eligible to attend. If you are not already a registered therapy team it can NOT be stressed enough to START DOG TRAINING IMMEDIATELY! And pay close attention to our Essential Tips for Therapy Dog Training.
Scholarships are available!
We never want financial challenges to stand in the way of otherwise qualified teams! Full or partial scholarships may be available for qualified candidates. Please click HERE for more information about scholarships if you would like to apply for a scholarship. |
R.E.A.D. Volunteer Training & Registration
R.E.A.D. animals participating in the R.E.A.D. program must be able to inspire confidence and comfort with a calm, willing response to verbal/visual cues on a loose leash, enjoy children, and be comfortable laying quietly for extended periods of time. Handlers should enjoy reading, children, and have patience with children who may struggle with reading. Angel Paws/R.E.A.D. teams should complete all Pet Partners & Angel Paws training & registration requirements before attending a R.E.A.D. Training Workshop which includes the required R.E.A.D. training manual, additional handouts and refreshments. Workshop attendance prior to completion of Pet Partners registration will be considered on a case by case basis. Lifetime R.E.A.D. registration fee for Angel Paws members $50. (regular $60.) is contingent on proof of registered Therapy Animal. All R.E.A.D. handlers must provide updated proof of registered therapy animals to maintain registration. For information about volunteering with a Pet Partner other than a dog please click HERE.
WHERE: Google Map below
Lovely Facility - Beautiful Surroundings
Space is limited - apply early to reserve a space!
REGISTRATION FORM & FEES BELOW * convenient overnight accommodations listed below
WORKSHOP REGISTRATION
Space is limited, workshop schedule depends on enrollment, enrollment may limited to registered therapy teams only, please confirm space available before payment. There will be no refunds on payment unless we need to cancel or reschedule however fees will be applied to next workshop. Please complete and return the following ASAP (please click on links provided below to complete Team Application if you are not a registered Angel Paws Pet Partner or have not already completed these forms. Please update the 15 Skills & Aptitude Questions if there have been any changes since you originally submitted them):
ENROLLMENT FEE: $50. per person for Angel Paws volunteers includes student manual, additional handouts & refreshments *2nd family member sharing a manual & repeat participants only $15. Non-Angel Paws members, space permitting, is $75. Credit card payments are non-refundable unless we must cancel our workshop but will be credited for registration in our next workshop. Please assure space available before payment. Scholarships may be available! Click HERE for further information about scholarships.
If you have already submitted a Team Application a second one will not be necessary but please assure all information previously submitted is still current. If either you or your animal's training has progressed or declined please update your 15 Questions by clicking HERE
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READING EDUCATION ASSISTANCE DOGS® (R.E.A.D.)
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READING EDUCATION ASSISTANCE DOGS® (R.E.A.D.), founded in 1999, was the first & currently remains the only nationally recognized program to provide comprehensive training & standards based program implementation for volunteers to incorporate the safe and effective use of registered therapy animals in literacy mentoring sessions. R.E.A.D. was carefully planned, researched and implemented at Intermountain Therapy Animals in Salt Lake City, Utah and has helped thousands of children discover the joy of books and improve reading and communication skills by providing an empowering opportunity to read aloud to a true friend who will never judge, criticize, intimidate or ridicule. R.E.A.D. animals are all trained & registered therapy animals who volunteer with thier specialy trained owner/handler literacy mentors in schools, libraries and other facilities for children interested in improving their confidence, skills - or just having fun! For more about R.E.A.D. & the Angel Paws R.E.A.D. program please click HERE.
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Overnight Accommodations for Out of Town Participants
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The Welsh Hills Inn
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The Courtyard (Marriott)
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
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ECONOMY - ALSO VERY CLOSE! *** The University Inn - right across the street from the Courtyard Marriott and very economical starting at only $44. per night! 1219 West Church Street, Newark, OH (740) 344-2136 No web site but positive reviews may be read at http://local.yahoo.com/info-15415696-university-inn-motel-newark?tab=reviews Google Map link We did receive 1 less than positive report recently but still worth the bargain.
HEATH Hampton Inn (further away) http://hamptoninn3.hilton.com/en/hotels/ohio/hampton-inn-heath-newark-NEHHHHX/index.html Super 8 (economical but questionable & further away) http://www.super8.com/hotels/ohio/heath/super-8-heath-newark/hotel-overview?hotel_id=02838 America’s Best Value (also economical but questionable and further away) http://www.americasbestvalueinn.com/bestv.cfm?idp=1607 |
Cherry Valley Lodge & Coco Key Water Resort
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John L. and Christine Warner Library & Student Center at OSU-Newark
1179 University Drive, Newark, Ohio
1179 University Drive, Newark, Ohio
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Angel Paws' Pet Partners Handlers Workshop is held in the Norman R. and Alethea E. Sleight Community Room, 2nd Floor, of the John L. and Christine Warner Library & Student Center on The Ohio State University at Newark campus. *Note: The marker on map below does not mark the correct spot. Look to the upper right of the marker to where it says: "Newark Campus Library" under the graduation cap icon directly to the right of the University Pond. That is the John L. and Christine Warner Library & Student Center where we will be. See WC in Blue on the Campus map below right. When you enter the main entrance off Granville Rd. take a right on the outer drive at The Reese Center (which you can't miss) and the next large building on your left is the Student Center and Library. Stairs and elevator are to the left of the door in from the parking lot. Sleight Room at the top of the stairs and elevator slightly to the left.
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161/16 suggested best rout from Columbus!
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