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Happy Hearts Child Care Makes a Real Difference for Young Children  

Happy Hearts Child Care began in the 1980s as a neighborhood nursery, aimed at providing quality childcare for our staff to encourage their return to work. This initiative was ahead of its time, predating the concepts of workplace childcare.  Fast … Continue reading

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Celebrating Ryan’s Achievements on His Birthday  

Birthdays are more than just a celebration of the day we were born; they hold significant importance in our lives for various reasons. They serve as milestones, opportunities for reflection, and moments of joy and connection with loved ones.  We … Continue reading

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Let Gratitude and Respect Shine This November  

I wanted to share a few thoughts as we approach Thanksgiving as to how gratitude and respect can and should be shared all year long in the classroom.  Gratitude and respect are fundamental values that foster a positive and productive … Continue reading

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Kindness in Action: Fun Ways to Celebrate! 

Celebrate National Kindness Day on November 13th with Fun and Meaningful Activities! Children can engage in a variety of enjoyable and impactful ways to honor National Kindness Day. Here are some creative ideas:  Kindness Wordsearch: Kick off the day with … Continue reading

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Tips for A Not-So-Spooky Halloween 

Dressing up as a favorite superhero, trick-or-treating for goodies, and spending the evening with friends are just a few reasons why Halloween can be such a fun holiday for parents and children alike. However, for many children with autism this … Continue reading

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Celebrating Our Incredible Physical Therapists   

National Physical Therapy Month is celebrated each October, and I would like to highlight our two incredible physical therapists Barb Gleason and Chris Gross who provide the very best hands-on physical therapy and a wide range of resources to our … Continue reading

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Tackling Bullying on Unity Day and All Year Long

Last week is wrote about National Unity Day and this week I’d like to focus on a new report from the National Center for Education Statistics which shows an increase in students who perceive bullying as related to their disability.  … Continue reading

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Together Against Bullying: United for Kindness, Acceptance, and Inclusion!   

National Unity Day is celebrated on Wednesday, October 16 and is part of National Bullying Prevention Month, which promotes kindness, acceptance, and inclusion to prevent bullying. We encourage everyone to wear and share the color orange as a visible message … Continue reading

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Celebrating 11 Years of Beating the Beast   

September 7 marked the 11th year of the Beast on the Bay. Participants ran 10 miles on sand, water, and trails as they proved that they could Beat the Beast! We’re all geared up for the big day at Waldameer at … Continue reading

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Building Bridges and Opening Doors: The Enduring Legacy of Dr. Gertrude A. Barber Continues 

Let the festivities begin! Friday, September 20 is Founder’s Day, a celebration held each year in honor of Dr. Gertrude Barber’s birthday and to commemorate our enduring mission. On this day, I often reflect on her accomplishments.  If we take … Continue reading

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