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Hare Care: Here comes the Easter Bunny!

Posted on March 19, 2013 by all about autism

Sunday was St. Patrick’s day, spring begins tomorrow (even though snow is falling outside my window), and Easter is right around the corner. Isn’t time flying by? As the days roll onward, I am making a concerted effort to take … Continue reading →

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What I learned from blogging

Posted on March 14, 2013 by all about autism

One year, 100+ blog posts and 12,000 views ago, I began blogging. I must admit that I didn’t know much about how to get started except that I would have to do a lot of writing, put up photos and … Continue reading →

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What’s happening in three weeks?

Posted on March 12, 2013 by all about autism

How do you focus international attention on Autism? The Light It Up Blue campaign, sponsored by Autism Speaks, shines an international spotlight on the importance of autism education, research and support. On Tuesday, April 2, communities, schools, businesses and supporters … Continue reading →

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Read Across America & the Importance of Reading

Posted on March 7, 2013 by all about autism

Mayor Joe Sinnott, lifelong resident of Erie, made a visit to the Elizabeth Lee Black School today. He joins 40+ other community members who have come to our school this week as volunteer readers to our students. We are so … Continue reading →

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A Seusstastical Celebration

Posted on March 5, 2013 by all about autism

If you go to your local library or book store, they’re likely paying tribute to Dr. Seuss, who would have turned 109 this past Saturday, March 2. Dr. Seuss, whose real name was Theodor Seuss Geisel published 46 children’s books, … Continue reading →

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Living with Aspergers: The Silver Lining

Posted on March 1, 2013 by all about autism

Wanting both to be popular but also wanting to be by himself. Wanting to be friendly but lacking the ability to make friends without being “weird” (his words). Robert Louis Milanich faced more than the typical childhood bullying challenges. The … Continue reading →

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Happening Now: Affordable Healthcare Act Falls Short with Autism

Posted on February 26, 2013 by all about autism

The US Department of Health and Human Services released its final rules regarding the 10 essential health benefits every state must include in their new Affordable Healthcare Act (AHA). Most disappointing is that the AHA fails to require states to … Continue reading →

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What’s Non-Slip but not Sticky?

Posted on February 21, 2013 by all about autism

I had the honor of listening to Dr. Louis J. Gaston on Tuesday’s in-service day at the school.  Internationally known for his inspiring efforts with wounded warriors, Dr. Gaston works to create independence through innovation.  He presented on his company, … Continue reading →

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Study Links Folic Acid to Lower Autism Risk

Posted on February 19, 2013 by all about autism

I was listening to the news Saturday morning, and my ears perked up when I heard the reporter discuss a new study indicating that prenatal folic acid (vitamin B9) significantly reduces the risk of autism. We knew that prenatal folic … Continue reading →

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Happy Heart Day

Posted on February 14, 2013 by all about autism

School friends are so fabulous, aren’t they? They hold a place in our hearts like no other. At one time or another, we’ve all wondered about what’s happened to our school friends. Sometimes it’s out of pure curiosity and other … Continue reading →

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