Monthly Archives: April 2024

How the Arts Shape Learning in Special Education 

We at the Elizabeth Lee Black School and the Barber National Institute strongly believe that Art plays a crucial role in shaping learning experiences for children with special needs.  Some of the ways in which the arts positively impact our students … Continue reading

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Autism Resources Remain Vital for Children, Families

For this week’s blog, I have invited Cecelia Hollands, the Director of Clinical Programming for Barber Behavioral Health (BBH), to discuss the ways BBH is helping shape the future of care and resources available to children with autism and their … Continue reading

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Celebrating Our Fantastic Occupational Therapists 

Occupational therapists are skilled healthcare professionals who promote wellbeing, make performing daily tasks safer and more enjoyable, and help those they serve participate in a wide range of activities. For the occupational therapists working at the Elizabeth Lee Black School, … Continue reading

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Autism: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow 

Yesterday was Autism Awareness Day, observed annually to spread awareness about autism and eliminate the stigma associated with the autism spectrum disorder. The theme of the 2024 World Autism Day is Empowering Autistic Voices. This theme aims to provide greater … Continue reading

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