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Dear Great Teachers…

Posted on August 22, 2013 by all about autism

It’s that time of year.  Our school children are being sent into the hands of someone else to be cared for, fed, bandaged when injured and instructed.  They are handed over entirely.  It is not a parent, a grandparent, a … Continue reading →

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Start the School Year with a ‘Thank You’

Posted on August 20, 2013 by all about autism

 As I await the sounds of the students walking our halls and the artwork to drape the walls, I’m thinking of our faculty and staff returning today preparing for a new school year. We are so fortunate to have such … Continue reading →

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Now & Then: Ryan’s Favorite Summer Activities

Posted on August 15, 2013 by all about autism

19 summers (and even more activities later), Ryan’s summer activities were always action filled. Whether kayaking, golfing or at the beach Ryan remains true to his adventurous spirit!  

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10 Days and Counting

Posted on August 13, 2013 by all about autism

A new school year is at hand. It is hard to believe, but there are only 10 days left of summer vacation before school starts. Backpacks are about to replace beach bag,s and sandals are being swapped out for sneakers. … Continue reading →

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Calling All Shoppers!

Posted on August 8, 2013 by all about autism

It’s that time of year, back to school and end-of-summer sales! Did you know that you can shop, save, and give all at once? “Shop for a Cause” is a national event that takes place on Saturday, August 24th at … Continue reading →

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Best Buddies: A Student’s View

Posted on August 6, 2013 by all about autism

I had the privilege to chat with Joe about his experience at the Best Buddies Leadership conference and couldn’t wait to share my interview with him. I hope you are as encouraged by him as I am. How was the conference? … Continue reading →

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The 7 Minute Difference

Posted on August 1, 2013 by all about autism

Did you know that over the next decade, more than 500,000 persons with autism will become adults? And, did you know that 80% of adults with autism younger than 30 years of age reside at home? Talk to any parent/caregiver … Continue reading →

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Preschool and the Economy: What’s the Impact on the Future?

Posted on July 30, 2013 by all about autism

“Third grade reading levels and absenteeism predict, with 90% accuracy, high school drop-out rate.”  I was startled by this statistic as I sat listening to the details at the Investing in Kids: Can Early Childhood Education Be an Economic Development? conference … Continue reading →

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Autism & The DSM-5: Doorstop or Diagnostic Tool?

Posted on July 25, 2013 by all about autism

The definition of autism has evolved over the years. I remember teaching (many years ago) when children who are now considered on the spectrum were diagnosed as “mentally retarded with autistic tendencies”. Then DSM-IV was published in 1994, and we … Continue reading →

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Are You Going To Beat The Beast?

Posted on July 23, 2013 by all about autism

Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 7 at Presque Isle State Park for the Barber Beast on the Bay.  You may have already seen publicity for the extreme obstacle challenge for adults, BUT we also have an adapted course, and yes, this is … Continue reading →

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