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Initiated in 1978, this award is in honor of the leadership and inspiration of one of the founding members of TASH, Professor Alice H. Hayden. Dr Hayden was the Founder and Director of the Model Pre-School Center for Handicapped Children, of the University of Washington Child Development and Mental Retardation, Center Experimental Education Unit. This fellowship award is the first of it's kind established by TASH. Dr. Hayden was actively involved in the field of special education for many years. Her responsibilities in professional preparation are in the area of special education and early childhood education for children with disabilities. Much of her writing addresses strategies for early and continuous intervention with children with disabilities, through a an interdisciplinary and parent centered approach. Alice was a member of several of the publication, nomination, and other committees of TASH. In 1977 she was awarded an honorary doctorate degree for her pioneering work in that area of child development and her leadership in demonstrating and believing in the power of cooperative and coordinated efforts in improving the lives of children and youth labeled with severe disabilities. This $500.00 cash award will be presented to a doctoral student enrolled in a program in education or a related field and who demonstrates potential for leadership in teaching, scholarship, and service on behalf of people with significant disabilities. The individual needs to have demonstrated a continuing desire in working in partnership with people with disabilities. Award Application Requirements
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