Idea House Takes the Spook out of Halloween: a North Canton Patch article written by
Lisa Lynch-Frank
The popular African proverb, "It takes a village to raise a child," is the perfect philosophy for Angela Shumate and her vision for her business, Idea House.
Did you know that there is place in North Canton that aims to work in partnership with parents and school systems to support the academic and social
goals of students? It's also a place that celebrates each and every student and embraces uniqueness.
About Idea House
“Idea House is the realization of a life-long dream of mine,” said Angi
Shumate, founder of Idea House. “All children have the same needs to
succeed, be accepted and to be embraced for their uniqueness.”
While Idea House is a comprehensive service provider for all students, with
or without identified disabilities, the focus is on providing services for
students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Shumate believes that students with disabilities are just students, she said.
She doesn’t focus on their struggles or difficulties.
“I strive to create opportunities for all students to participate in
meaningful activities that the students will learn from and enjoy,” Shumate
said.
She has been working with individuals with disabilities since 1989, and she
is passionate about providing an environment where children can learn and
thrive.
Services offered through Idea House include nightly tutoring and homework
assistance four evenings a week and a social skills class held every Friday from
5 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
In addition to the on-site services, Idea House services can be brought to
the location of need as well. Qualified representatives will conduct in-home
consultations, assist parents in designing home academic and behavioral plans
and are also available for personalized phone consultations.
Idea House recently created the Idea House Scholarship Fund (IHSF) to assist
families in obtaining needed materials and services that are unattainable.
Taking the Scary Out of Halloween
The upcoming event, Taking the Scary Out of Halloween, is dedicated to
raising the awareness of ASD. The proceeds from this event will go to IHSF.
Taking place on from noon-4 p.m. Sunday at Boettler Park, 5300 Massillon Road in Green, the
event is specifically designed to allow children to participate in a fun-filled
day of fall and Halloween events, Shumate said.
While the event is structured to enhance the comfort level of children with
ASD, it will provide all children the chance to interact and have fun.
Children can expect carnival-style games, face painting, a visit from local
safety services, pumpkin painting and much more.
A daylight trick or treat is planned for $5 or a large bag of candy per
family. Admission to the event is free.
Food and drink will be available for purchase, and a variety of vendors will
set up for the opportunity to get some early Christmas shopping done, with each
vendor donating proceeds to the Idea House Scholarship Fund.
There will also be items for purchase that are specifically designed to meet
the sensory and safety needs of students with ASD.
Tammy Spencer, director of business development for Lee Spencer Photography, is involved in helping out
with fundraising for Idea House. She will have a booth for Premier Jewelry at
the event on Sunday.
“I am excited to help raise funds that will directly help a child obtain the
one-on-one education they desperately need,” Spencer said.
Shumate believes the best way to raise awareness is through meaningful
interaction.
“The experience of getting to know a child with ASD through typical community
experiences will teach the world more about Autism than any other report,
commercial or public service announcement ever could.”
For anyone who can’t make the event but is interested in learning more about
Idea House and the IHSF, contact Angela
Shumate or visit the Idea House website.
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Topics:Angela Shumate, Autism, Community Fundraiser, Halloween events, Idea House, Idea House Scholarship Fund, Taking the Scary out of Halloween, and lisa
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Lisa Lynch-Frank
The popular African proverb, "It takes a village to raise a child," is the perfect philosophy for Angela Shumate and her vision for her business, Idea House.
Did you know that there is place in North Canton that aims to work in partnership with parents and school systems to support the academic and social
goals of students? It's also a place that celebrates each and every student and embraces uniqueness.
About Idea House
“Idea House is the realization of a life-long dream of mine,” said Angi
Shumate, founder of Idea House. “All children have the same needs to
succeed, be accepted and to be embraced for their uniqueness.”
While Idea House is a comprehensive service provider for all students, with
or without identified disabilities, the focus is on providing services for
students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Shumate believes that students with disabilities are just students, she said.
She doesn’t focus on their struggles or difficulties.
“I strive to create opportunities for all students to participate in
meaningful activities that the students will learn from and enjoy,” Shumate
said.
She has been working with individuals with disabilities since 1989, and she
is passionate about providing an environment where children can learn and
thrive.
Services offered through Idea House include nightly tutoring and homework
assistance four evenings a week and a social skills class held every Friday from
5 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
In addition to the on-site services, Idea House services can be brought to
the location of need as well. Qualified representatives will conduct in-home
consultations, assist parents in designing home academic and behavioral plans
and are also available for personalized phone consultations.
Idea House recently created the Idea House Scholarship Fund (IHSF) to assist
families in obtaining needed materials and services that are unattainable.
Taking the Scary Out of Halloween
The upcoming event, Taking the Scary Out of Halloween, is dedicated to
raising the awareness of ASD. The proceeds from this event will go to IHSF.
Taking place on from noon-4 p.m. Sunday at Boettler Park, 5300 Massillon Road in Green, the
event is specifically designed to allow children to participate in a fun-filled
day of fall and Halloween events, Shumate said.
While the event is structured to enhance the comfort level of children with
ASD, it will provide all children the chance to interact and have fun.
Children can expect carnival-style games, face painting, a visit from local
safety services, pumpkin painting and much more.
A daylight trick or treat is planned for $5 or a large bag of candy per
family. Admission to the event is free.
Food and drink will be available for purchase, and a variety of vendors will
set up for the opportunity to get some early Christmas shopping done, with each
vendor donating proceeds to the Idea House Scholarship Fund.
There will also be items for purchase that are specifically designed to meet
the sensory and safety needs of students with ASD.
Tammy Spencer, director of business development for Lee Spencer Photography, is involved in helping out
with fundraising for Idea House. She will have a booth for Premier Jewelry at
the event on Sunday.
“I am excited to help raise funds that will directly help a child obtain the
one-on-one education they desperately need,” Spencer said.
Shumate believes the best way to raise awareness is through meaningful
interaction.
“The experience of getting to know a child with ASD through typical community
experiences will teach the world more about Autism than any other report,
commercial or public service announcement ever could.”
For anyone who can’t make the event but is interested in learning more about
Idea House and the IHSF, contact Angela
Shumate or visit the Idea House website.
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Topics:Angela Shumate, Autism, Community Fundraiser, Halloween events, Idea House, Idea House Scholarship Fund, Taking the Scary out of Halloween, and lisa
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