PROMISE Program
Promoting Meaningful Interaction and Social Engagement (PROMISE) is designed specifically for children with a wide range of disabilities, offering one-on-one support as needed, adaptive activities, and a neurodiversity affirming community.
Who We Are: A collaboration between the University of Maryland Special Education Program, and the Chinese Culture and Community Service Center. Led by highly trained undergraduate and graduate students in special education and related fields, with a speech-language pathologist, an occupational therapist, a board certified behavior analyst (BCBA), and a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) on staff. We also have CPR and First Aid certified staff.
PROMISE Saturday Program
📍 Location: CCACC Academy (9400 Key W Ave, Rockville, MD 20850)
📅 Dates: Saturdays, October 17 - December 5
No PROMISE on Thanksgiving week, November 28
⏰ Time: 1-5 PM
👦 Who: Campers ages 5–15 with special needs and disabilities
💲 Cost: $560 per child (for all sessions)
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In prior years, we were honored to provide PROMISE as a free service. The cost of services is contingent on grant funding
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My Turn voucher and Arc of Montgomery Respite payment accepted
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Scholarships available, inquire by emailing promisecamp@ccacc-dc.org
Contact us at PROMISECAMP@CCACC-DC.org.
Requirements
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Commitment to attend all 7 sessions
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Arrive 10 minutes prior to start time
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Participate in an intake meeting with a PROMISE director
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Consent to participate in the research study with the ACCEL Lab
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Photo and video consent used for research purposes
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Complete 2 caregiver surveys (estimated 1 hour each):
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Week 1 - completed at registration
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Week 7 - complete by December 5, 2026
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Participate in a caregiver feedback session on December 5 during PROMISE hours
Sick Policy
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Please stay home if your child displays any of these symptoms:
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Fever of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher
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Vomiting or diarrhea
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Persistent cough, sore throat, or difficulty breathing
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Runny nose with thick green/yellow mucus
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Severe fatigue or body aches
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Contagious illnesses (e.g., flu, COVID-19, RSV, strep throat, pink eye)
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Any illness that prevents your child from participating comfortably in camp activities
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A doctor’s note is required if your child misses sessions due to illness
If your child enters PROMISE and is not able to complete these requirements, they will not be invited to future years.
PROMISE Events
👉 Join our PROMISE events!
PROMISE Health Talks
Affordable Housing for the Disability Community
Learn about housing resources for families, presented by The Maryland Partnership for Affordable Housing.
Bilingualism and Children with Disabilities
Dr. Betty Yu shares insights on raising bilingual children with disabilities, with the presentation in both Chinese and English.
How to Recognize and De-Escalate an Overstimulated Child
Caregivers learn how to spot signs of dysregulation and help children calm down before a sensory meltdown.
Presenter: Catherine Galvin, MS, OTR/L, BCP
Additional Resources
Direction
9298 Gaither Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Hours
Monday-Friday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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