Raffles, research, resources and beyond!
GP2C Team;
Hoping this letter finds everyone settling into the school year and getting ready for a little fall weather (and football). We are thinking often of our southeast friends (and several of our GP2C team and staff members) as they wait for Hurricane Dorian to pass. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.
We are also anticipating a fantastic program for Rett Syndrome Awareness Month coming in October (just around the corner)! Please stay tuned to GP2C.org, GP2C Facebook and our other social media pages. We will have daily posts for you to share with your community, and to help raise awareness and educate your followers. – read the rest of Kevin’s letter to the community.
September Raffle!
Our September giveaway is brought to you by the Benik Corporation, specializing in customized bracing! Benik has graciously donated a gift certificate for a Benik Hinged Elbow Wrap (E-505V brace). The E-505V elbow wrap is popular with the Rett Syndrome community as it helps to prevent hand mouthing and associated repetitive hand movements.
Follow the link to enter for a chance to win!
Rett University
We hope everyone is having a great beginning of the school year. Some of you have been in school for a few weeks, and some are just starting. There are some important things that your students with complex needs want you to know. Check them out here.
We are working on new courses for Rett University, and want to make sure we are meeting your needs. Please take a moment to complete our survey so we can develop courses that best support our students and their teams.
We are also updating our webpage and would love to include testimonials from those who have utilized Rett University services. If you want to be included, please email kourtney@gp2c.org with your review.
Family Support Blog
As we move into the school year, inclusion is a topic that will come up time and time again. In case you missed it, our Family Support team has assembled some ideas on what inclusion looks like in the school setting!
October is Rett Syndrome Awareness Month and will be here before we know it! See our tips for you to help spread awareness in your community and through your cyber world! Girl Power 2 Cure will be raising awareness throughout the month, and you can help!
Inquiries or comments can be sent to our Family Advocacy and Support Team, Jenny Tesler and Carolyn Fowler.
The 4th Annual Racing for Rett 5K will be held in Harrisonville, MO on October 12, 2019. Racing for Rett is a 5K run/walk and silent auction that raises money and awareness for Rett Syndrome. In 2017, more than 200 participants raised over $14,000! We expect even more this year, and would love to have your support! Registration details coming soon!
Our 2nd Annual Rockin’ for Rett Huntsville Dinner will be held October 17th at the beautiful Huntsville Botanical Gardens! This will be an evening filled with great food, music, silent auction and an amazing guest speaker. Tickets, tables and sponsorship opportunities are available at the links below!
Smash Out Rett, Tampa, FL. Join us for a “smashing” good time on Sunday, October 2019. Release your frustration by totally annihilating a room filled with dishes, TVs, and windshields. Weapons of choice include sledgehammers, baseball bats, pipes, golf clubs, and more! This is the perfect way to relieve stress, and also a great workout! Registration coming soon!
Looking to host an event to benefit Girl Power 2 Cure? Check out our Host an Event Page with lots of ideas today!
Disney Princess 2020
The 2020 Team is almost complete! We have a very limited number of 5K and 10K bibs remaining. If you are interested in joining the most dynamic, fun and passionate team, you are in the right place.
Team Perks:
- Discounted hotel room rates at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress
- One-on-One Private Consults with Susan Norwell, Rett University Co-Founder or Kourtney Barnum, Rett U Coach
- Celebratory Team Dinner
- Expo Booth at the runDisney Health & Fitness Expo
- Finish Line tent at all the races
This will be Team GP2C’s 9th year participating in this MAGICAL weekend! Come join us and take on Walt Disney World with over 25,000 runners while helping make an impact for all of those battling Rett Syndrome!
Thank you to our 2020 Disney Princess Sponsors:
