BCM Developmental Pediatrics Education Support Hub

06/15/2026

Huge THANK YOU to Lee College for hosting us for their faculty retreat. What a great group of professionals doing AMAZING work with their students!

06/09/2026

HUGE thank you to the The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston for hosting our Arts Without Limits trip last week!

Many of our participants have never been to an art museum, and we had a blast!

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Are you a neurodivergent young person between the ages of 13 to 29 looking to connect with other young people in a safe and fun environment?

Email [email protected] today to find out about future event like this one!

05/28/2026

📣 Introducing JUST THE FACTS

SDBP is launching Just the Facts — a new collection of concise, evidence-informed resources designed to support advocacy, education, and systems-level conversations in developmental and behavioral pediatrics.

Browse fact sheets across topics including:
🧠 Disorder-Specific Resources (ADHD, Autism, FASD)
🏥 Public Insurance & Benefits
🔬 Research & Workforce

Whether you’re a clinician, educator, advocate, partner, or policymaker, these resources are designed to make key information easier to access, share, and apply.

🔗 Explore the collection: sdbp.org/facts

05/18/2026

Are you a young person looking for a social opportunity this summer? Check out our museum event and register today! Space is filling up quickly!

E-mail [email protected] for more information and to register.

Friends of Down Syndrome Friends of Younique Abilities Pursuit Center The Arc of Harris County Easter Seals of Greater Houston

05/12/2026

Looking for a sibling program for sibs of children with developmental diagnoses who are in 6th -9th grade?

Check out this upcoming opportunity and register today!

It's totally free, lunch is provided, AND it's a great opportunity for siblings to connect with each other.

E-mail us at [email protected] to register a sibling today! Space is filling fast!

Easter Seals of Greater Houston The Arc of Harris County Special Needs Families Greater Houston Area Special Strong - Southeast Houston AUTISM MOMS OF HOUSTON Channelview SPED P.E.P. ("Special Education Parents Empowering Parents") Down Syndrome Association of Houston

05/11/2026

Important funding cuts being proposed in 2027! Important read!

The Society for Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics (SDBP) urges Congress to reject the recently proposed FY2027 budget cuts to Health and Human Services, which could have significant negative consequences for individuals with disabilities and the workforce that serves them.

The proposed cuts include dismantling University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDDs) and decreasing funding for programs including LEND and NICHD.

Read the full statement: sdbp.org/sdbp-statements/

05/05/2026

We would love to invite your participants to join this year’s Pursuit Prom! We are looking forward to a fun evening of dancing and celebration. Event details are below and flier is attached!

Pursuit Prom
Saturday, May 16th, 2026
4:00pm-7:00pm
Pursuit Center, 4400 Harrisburg Blvd.

Ticket prices: $20 entry per person, $10 for caregivers.

To attend, please RSVP here.

We’re looking forward to a great evening!

04/29/2026

Thank you Spectrum Fusion and River Oaks Theatre for an amazing night of story telling through film!

Whether you are looking for an organization to support, or are looking for an inclusive social environment for you or your loved one, check out all Spectrum Fusion has to offer by visiting their website!

https://spectrumfusion.org

04/28/2026

Do you know a young adult on the spectrum interested in filmmaking?

You must check out Spectrum Fusion

04/25/2026

Help shape the future of sexual health education for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

The University of Houston, in partnership with The Harris Center, is looking for participants to join a focus group exploring needs, preferences, and experiences related to sexual health education for people with IDD.

Who can participate?
• Adults with IDD (ages 18–29)
• Caregivers of individuals with IDD
• Service providers who work directly with individuals with IDD

What to expect:
• A 60–90 minute focus group with others in your role
• A safe, private space to share your thoughts and experiences

Compensation:
Participants will receive a $15 Amazon e-gift card after completing the session.

Your voice can help improve programs across Texas and beyond.

Interested or have questions?
Contact Jody Gardner, LCSW
📧 jgardne2 [at] cougarnet.uh.edu

Please share to spread the word about this important research participation opportunity.