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Children with sickle cell disease can face extraordinary challenges navigating the educational system. A special program at Connecticut Children's Medical Center will help families understand how to navigate school systems from preschool through college. August 18 from 5:30 - 7:30 pm at Connecticut Children's Medical Center, Rooms C and D (cafeteria level) The Center for Children's Advocacy, in conjunction with Citizens for Quality Sickle Cell Care, will provide information to help families advocate for their children. Justice Department Attorney Vanessa Avery will be the evening's guest presenter. Here are the topics that will be covered: * Laws that protect children with Sickle Cell Disease * Information about school services for your child * Working with the school system * Community services available Dinner and school supplies will be provided for families attending. More information on the Center's website<http://www.kidscounsel.org/event/back-to-school-for-children-with-sickle-cell-disease/> Event flyer attached here. [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>