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September 9 marks the 10th year of the Beast on the Bay. Participants will take on 10 miles of sand, water, and trails as they prove they can Beat the Beast! We’re all geared up for the big day at … Continue reading →

I’d like to share with you my opening remarks to staff for the 23-24 school year:  As we kick off our 71st school year, I can feel the enthusiasm and excitement and energy in all of you. I can imagine … Continue reading →

I recently heard a Back-to-School ad on the TV and immediately thought, “Can it be time for this already?” Ryan graduated many years ago, but I can still recall how I felt as July turned into August, and we began … Continue reading →

With an unprecedented increase in the number of children being diagnosed with autism, we find ourselves in a time when it is especially important to understand best practices for treating children with autism spectrum disorders while helping to support parents, … Continue reading →

Sensory experiences are essential for brain development in all children. For students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or other sensory disorders, sensory experiences can be uncomfortable and counterproductive. Some children may be sensitive to loud noises, movement, and textures. While … Continue reading →

Today we celebrate a second independence day in July. Yes, less known, but just as important! On July 26th, 1990, President George H.W. Bush signed the historic Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against … Continue reading →

It’s hard to imagine our current world without technology. As modern technology becomes more innovative, we can use it to meet the needs of so many different learning styles.   The Elizabeth Lee Black School is very fortunate to have received … Continue reading →

Yes, the school bells are ringing for students at the Elizabeth Lee Black School.  We offer an Extended School Year (ESY) program and have, since 1979, when the federal court decision in Armstrong v Kline established this mandate in Pennsylvania. … Continue reading →

Our seniors have graduated. Our preschool children have moved on to kindergarten, and our staff are on vacation until July 3.  So, I have decided to take a hiatus from the blog.  I will be back again with the blog … Continue reading →

Monday was one of the highlights of our school year: Graduation! We have two ceremonies, one for our PreK Counts and Happy Hearts graduates (28 students) and one for our High School students (8 seniors).  Our Early Childhood graduation, held … Continue reading →