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ELBS Recognized for Innovative Use of Technology

Posted on January 15, 2015 by all about autism

Yesterday, we received some great news! The Elizabeth Lee Black School at the Barber National Institute has received the “Award for Leadership and Innovation in Special Education” from the National Association of Private Schools (NAPSEC). NAPSEC, headquartered in Washington, DC, … Continue reading →

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Mindfulness by Emily Pinto Taylor

Posted on January 13, 2015 by all about autism

My niece, Emily Pinto Taylor, is as she describes herself: a full-time chocolate chip cookie baker and half-marathon runner and a 4th year medical student at Loyola University Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine. She is a graduate of Collegiate Academy, … Continue reading →

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New Year’s Resolutions

Posted on January 6, 2015 by all about autism

Last week, I decided to tackle the four boxes of paperwork that had been relegated to a corner of my office since my file cabinet fell apart. I, like many moms, saved Ryan’s papers, reports, classroom assignments, and report cards … Continue reading →

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Achievements of 2014!

Posted on December 30, 2014 by all about autism

As we wind down December and head into the New Year, I can’t help but think of the many accomplishments we can celebrate for 2014. My first thoughts are of our children, adults and staff throughout the Erie, Pittsburgh, and … Continue reading →

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“Let It Go” by Jeanne Downey

Posted on December 16, 2014 by all about autism

I asked Jeanne Downey, friend, colleague, parent, and ARC of PA President if she would be a guest blogger. I’ve known Jeanne since we were both young professionals beginning in our fields of human service. Since then, Mary and Ryan … Continue reading →

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In Memory of Dr. Layden

Posted on December 9, 2014 by all about autism

I had the privilege of attending the funeral service for Paul W. Layden, Sr., M.D. this past Saturday. Dr. Layden was a volunteer at the Barber National Institute for 51 years. When Dr. Layden began, physicians were truly not interested … Continue reading →

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Vatican To Hold Premiere Autism Conference This Week

Posted on November 20, 2014 by all about autism

The Vatican’s first ever conference on autism, “The Person with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Animating Hope,” is being held this week. Pope Francis has established the conference in the hopes of ending the stigma of autism and the isolation of those … Continue reading →

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ELBS Student Wins State-wide Art Contest

Posted on November 13, 2014 by all about autism

I am pleased to announce that ELBS student Todd Harvey was selected as a winner of the statewide art contest for artists with disabilities, Art: The Universal Language. He won first place in the acrylic medium for students ages 12 … Continue reading →