Monthly Archives: July 2014

The Importance of Rules for a Child on the Spectrum

Posted on July 31, 2014 by all about autism

Rules, rules, rules. We follow them without thinking and occasionally break them, but for you and me, they’re simply guideposts by which we live. For a child on the spectrum, rules establish the framework which governs his/her life. As I … Continue reading →

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Are Diversity and Inclusivity Being Embraced In the Corporate World?

Posted on July 29, 2014 by all about autism

Inclusive communities, inclusive schools, inclusive work force. Yes, all buzz words in the field of disabilities. I think that many businesses and organizations “talk the talk” but how many truly “walk the walk”? After asking that question I was excited … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged 2014 Anniversary Catalog, asd, autism, bni, corporate, corporate world, disability, diversity, Down Syndrome, ELBS, inclusive, Nordstrom, special needs | 2 Comments

Oh, What Fun We Had!

Posted on July 24, 2014 by all about autism

Yesterday, my colleagues and I had the privilege to give a presentation at the 2014 VSA Intersections: Arts and Special Education Conference. The title of our talk was Digital Art at the Intersection of Arts and Special Education. It focused … Continue reading →

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VSA – Here We Come!

Posted on July 22, 2014 by all about autism

Tomorrow is an exciting day! We are traveling to Washington, D.C. to present Digital Art at the Intersection of Arts and Special Education. Jude Shingle, Ann Ellison, Judy Stewart and I were honored to be selected to give this presentation. … Continue reading →

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Are You Ready To Beat The Beast?

Posted on July 17, 2014 by all about autism

Are you ready to beat the Beast on September 6th? On yesterday’s blog I shared true stories of athletes reaching out to children on the autism spectrum to encourage them to become active in football, hockey, surfing and soccer. These athletes recognize … Continue reading →

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All Inclusive Sports – Fact or Fiction?

Posted on July 16, 2014 by all about autism

Who were you cheering for in the FIFA World Cup? Throughout the world, all attention was drawn to the final game. As I watch these elite athletes who have trained their entire lives to have the opportunity to be in … Continue reading →

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Ready, Set, Go! New Study About Running and Helping Children with Autism

Posted on July 10, 2014 by all about autism

In past blogs, I discussed the importance of intense physical activity for children with autism and special needs. That’s why I was excited to read about a study with the Achilles International and Cigna Foundation to evaluate how running can … Continue reading →

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“My Job Chart”

Posted on July 8, 2014 by all about autism

All of us hope our children will have a strong work ethic. When Ryan was a toddler I would sing the “Clean Up” song to remind him that play time was over and he needed to put his toys away. … Continue reading →

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Fireworks and Safety – Can the Two Go Together?

Posted on July 3, 2014 by all about autism

Last year, my July 4th blog offered you tips for an autism-friendly Independence Day. This year I’m discussing safety. As with all holidays, there are many activities, but with the 4th of July we think immediately of fireworks. However, many community … Continue reading →

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To Fly or Not To Fly – That Is The Question

Posted on July 1, 2014 by all about autism

As we begin the month of July I’m sure that many of you are planning your annual summer vacations. As I think back to our vacations, I recall how I initially approached flying with Ryan with trepidation. Would he remain … Continue reading →