Tag Archives: bni

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 →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged asd, autism, back to school, bni, children, dreams, early intervention, education, EI, ELBS, first day of school, great teachers, learning, new school year, preschool, special education, students, teach, teacher, thank you | 3 Comments

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 →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged adapted bicycling, back to school, barber national institute, bicycle, bni, children, disabilities, faculty, new school year, physical therapy, PT, teachers, thank you | 2 Comments

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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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 →