Bridge 2011 Exhibitors

	Art with Heart is a nonprofit organization that creates and distributes therapeutic books that promote mental health and well-being. Their age-appropriate books help high risk children, as well as children who have experienced traumatic life events. Proceeds benefit Art with Heart's programs that help under-served youth.
	Community Schools Collaboration provides expanded learning programming at 20 school-based sites in south King County, Washington. CSC exists to provide children and youth with opportunities to succeed in school, to develop high aspirations, and to create a better world. Our vision is that all children and youth reach their full potential and realize their dreams.
	Every Monday Matters has created the "YOU MATTER" Service Learning Curriculum for grades K-12, to empower kids that they too can make a difference in their world, their schools and their communities. The company also offers Professional Development Program for educators to become a part of the Y.O.U. M.A.T.T.E.R. culture.
	GenMove USA LLC After-school programs have the potential to instill life-changing healthy habits in a fun atmosphere but how do you develop quality activities that are engaging and educational? In this hands-on workshop, participants will experience creative games and activities designed to spark a lifelong interest in fitness, allow children of all abilities to succeed, and instill healthy habits for all ages.
	The Northwest PBIS Network, Inc. is a professional organization dedicated to supporting educators in developing and sustaining safe and effective schools and school based programs through the use of Positive Behavior Interventions and Support (PBIS). PBIS is an evidence based practice focused on the use of positive, prevention oriented strategies to support student social and learning needs.
	The Office of the Education Ombudsman (OEO) resolves disputes, and problems between families and public schools in areas that affect student learning. We help refugee and immigrant families navigate our public school system and support their children in the public schools. Services are free, confidential and available to general and special education students in Kindergarten to 12th grade.
	The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction is providing free clock hours to participants, for a total of 10.5 hours for the two day conference.
	The Safe Schools Coalition is an international public-private partnership in support of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender youth, that is working to help schools become safe places where every family can belong, where every educator can teach, and where every child can learn, regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation.
	Scholastic FACE supports literacy from birth through high school. Bringing together research-based programs in support of Early Literacy, Family Involvement, Age Appropriate Books, Extended Learning, and Mentoring, Scholastic FACE helps parents, educators, and communities create an environment that supports our children’s journeys to success, both inside and outside the classroom.
	The Smarter Learning group is dedicated to helping nonprofits, foundations, and school districts develop, grow, and sustain quality learning opportunities for young people. We provide the following specialized services: * program expansion, sustainability & replication * resource development * advocacy & government relations * strategic planning * research & evaluatio.
	SOAR is the coalition working together to promote the healthy development of children, youth & families in King County by: Promoting collaboration & joint action projects Creating networks & centralizing resources Supporting advocacy Check out the King County Youth Development Network, a collaborative SOAR project that shares resources for local youth program staff!
	Sylvan is the nation's leading provider of supplemental education services. Through our partnerships with community-based organizations, non-profits and school districts, Sylvan has served thousands of students annually throughout the state. After school interventions in reading and math have produced excellent academic results that have contributed to overall school success and achievement.
	The Center for Leadership in Athletics is in the College of Education at University of Washington. Sport can be a powerful solution for critical issues that young people face. Sports-Based Youth Development intentionally uses sports as a way to produce positive developmental outcomes for youth. Learn about what sets SBYD apart from "just sports" and what SBYD organizations are doing in this area.
	Welcoming Schools is a system-wide program, approach and tool kit for elementary school professionals that includes resources to embrace family diversity, avoid gender stereotyping and end bullying & name calling. Professionals who work with elementary age youth understand the importance of creating an environment where students know that they and their families are valued. Welcoming Schools is the only resource of its kind that is LGBT inclusive.
	The Refugee Project: Walk in My Shoes is a 3 hr. simulation education program about refugees, giving participants a powerful experiential learning experience. Excellent resource for teachers (either for their classrooms or staff training), gov't and non-profit agencies as training tool for staff or volunteers. The 3 hr. fee-based program is generally conducted in the Int'l District.
	The Youth Suicide Prevention Program is a statewide nonprofit that focuses on reducing the rates of youth in Washington State. OUTLoud is a project of YSPP that focuses on LGBTQ youth and their risk and the links bullying has with negative mental health outcomes. We do this through public education.

Notes for Exhibitors:

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