CFS Program Pamphlet

FCSN is the CFS (Coordinated Family Support) service provider with SARC and RCEB and has started receiving referrals since February 2024. We are so excited to be able to provide this new service to the individuals and their families in need to carry on FCSNโ€™s mission and vision. Continue reading CFS Program Pamphlet

FCSN Annual Drama Production: Super Mario Bros with a Twist

On July 13th, FCSN showcased their production of “Super Mario Bros with a Twist” at their annual Summer Drama Camp, held from July 10 to July 12 at the FCSN Fremont Center. The camp allowed participants to engage in auditions, act in diverse roles, and collaborate with others, including other participants and student volunteers. This year’s camp reimagined the classic Super Mario narrative, adding unique elements that transformed the familiar movie into a live-action performance. Continue reading FCSN Annual Drama Production: Super Mario Bros with a Twist

Digital Art Collaboration: New Artwork!

The FCSN Voices’ Digital Art Collaboration brings together special needs students and FCSN Voices’ own team of Graphic Artists through a series of weekly, virtual classes. During these classes, students and graphic artists explore the realm of digital art, producing an artwork(s) together by the end of the month. Joining our first batch of artwork that is displayed on our website is a second group, … Continue reading Digital Art Collaboration: New Artwork!

FCSN 2024 Art Exhibition: Expressionsย 

How do you express yourself? Through words, body language? Or maybe more creatively โ€” through music, dance, fashion, cooking โ€ฆ the list goes on. Yet no matter the form, expression digs deep, unearthing a complex inner world that we all uniquely possess. This inner world houses our perspectives, thoughts, and dreams. Sitting center at FCSNโ€™s 2024 Art Exhibition, Expression manifests itself in an explosion of diversity and artistic talent. Through each piece of artwork, we are invited for a glimpse into the rich inner world of an artist with special needs… Continue reading FCSN 2024 Art Exhibition: Expressionsย 

Summer Clay Class: A Creative Journey for Neurodiverse Students

On a hot Saturday afternoon, a classroom at the FCSN South Bay Center buzzed with energy, excitement, and creativity. Inside, 11 pairs of student-volunteers worked away at the finishing touches to their clay projects from the last three weeks: a starry night scene, a fish plate, and a flower or owl vase. Long tables were scattered with brushes, palettes, and an array of colorful paints… Continue reading Summer Clay Class: A Creative Journey for Neurodiverse Students

FCSN Summer Sports Program Empowers Inclusion and Encourages Growth

At the Campbell Community Center Auxiliary Gym, sounds of footsteps and laughter rang out as special needs individuals engaged in basketball drills and team building exercises. With the arrival of summer and newfound free time, many participants eagerly embraced the opportunity to stay active and socialize. The classes, part of FCSNโ€™s annual Summer Sports Program, featured basketball, badminton, and pickleball lessons… Continue reading FCSN Summer Sports Program Empowers Inclusion and Encourages Growth

Interview with Sherry Meng: Advice for Parents on Preparing Children for Employment & Starting a Business

Through Turtleworks, founder Sherry Meng provides young adults with special needs the opportunity to gain valuable work experience in a supportive environment, fostering their independence and personal growth.
In this interview, Meng describes how parents can best prepare their children for future employment based on her own experiences. She also shares advice for other parents who want to start a business employing people with special needs. Continue reading Interview with Sherry Meng: Advice for Parents on Preparing Children for Employment & Starting a Business