Tag Archives: autism

7 Tips for Successful Trick-or-Treating

Posted on October 25, 2012 by all about autism

It’s a sunny, warm Thursday in Erie today. Looking out the window, one would guess that the Fourth of July, not Halloween, is approaching.  However, as I walk though the school I’m reminded that this is October. Our school is … Continue reading →

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The Power of a Word

Posted on October 23, 2012 by all about autism

Have you ever used the word “retarded” to describe a child or an adult that you know? Have you ever heard someone else use it as slang in conversation? When I was teaching in the 80s, special education was thought … Continue reading →

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Planning & Prevention Tips for Children with ASD

Posted on October 18, 2012 by all about autism

As discussed in Tuesday’s blog, 50% of children with autism spectrum disorder wander. Today, I encourage you as parents and caregivers to be prepared and establish a plan should this occur with your child. As a parent, you can never … Continue reading →

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Children with ASD & Wandering: A Compelling Research Study

Posted on October 16, 2012 by all about autism

Did you know that 50% of children with ASD have attempted to wander or run off at least once after the age of four? This statistic is shocking but very real. Truth be told, Ryan and I are a part … Continue reading →

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“I see you, as a classmate, as an equal, as a friend. Do you see me?”

Posted on October 11, 2012 by all about autism

Best Buddies International came to Erie last night. Dorian Smith, director of Best Buddies PA, and Ryan Christy, chair of the Pittsburgh Best Buddies Advisory Board, discussed with us how we as a community could become a Best Buddies chapter. 

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e-Buddies Creates Lasting Friendships

Posted on October 8, 2012 by all about autism

Happy Anniversary to Ryan and his e-Buddy Victoria!  Ryan became involved with the e-Buddies program, sponsored by Best Buddies, just over a year ago.  At the time, I was investigating the Best Buddies program and learned that there wasn’t a … Continue reading →

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Advocacy for Autism

Posted on September 20, 2012 by all about autism

In Tuesday’s blog, I talked about how critical it was for each of us to contact our local legislators, the Governor and the Secretary of Public Welfare and voice our concern about the reclassification of Erie County from urban to … Continue reading →

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Effects of Autism on Development

Posted on September 13, 2012 by all about autism

Dr. Joseph Barber presented a great seminar last evening on “Regulation, Reactivity, and Flexibility in Autism Spectrum Disorder,” where he discussed the effects of autism on a child’s developmental stages and progression. He provided information that would be most helpful … Continue reading →

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Keep an Open Line of Communication with your Child

Posted on August 23, 2012 by all about autism

There is an excellent editorial today in the Erie Times, “Teach Kids to Report Wrongdoing.” Data shows that 25% of all teens are bullied, and too often it goes unreported. This is a special challenge when you consider the number … Continue reading →

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Set the Bar High for all Children

Posted on August 9, 2012 by all about autism

I had the privilege of attending PNC Day at Chautauqua this week.  Our two speakers were Roger Goodell, commissioner of the National Football League, and Mike Slive, commissioner of the Southeastern Conference, with Luke Russert, NBC News correspondent as moderator.  … Continue reading →

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