Asperger Syndrome/HFA and the Classroom
Download the entire PDF, here.Accessing Services: Your Child’s Right to Public EducationThe Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), first enacted in 1975, mandates that each state provide...
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Individualized Education Program (IEP) Guide and Other Resources
Download the IEP Guide here!Individualized Education Program (IEP): Summary, Process and Practical Tips from Goodwin Procter LLP After months of research, a team of lawyers at Goodwin Procter LLP has...
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Peer Training Outperforms Traditional Autism Interventions
Training classmates produces greater gains in social inclusion than even one-on-one training between therapist and child Many children with autism attend mainstream classrooms for at least part of...
View ArticleDarien, Conn., Superintendent Resigns After Special Ed Investigation
Dr. Steven Falcone submitted his resignation after it was found that his school district violated federal law.October 23, 2013Darien, Conn., schools Superintendent Dr. Steven Falcone submitted his...
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Students with Autism Crowned Homecoming King and Queen
A Lizton, Indiana, high school's Homecoming had a wonderful surprise in store. February 11, 2014A Lizton, Indiana, high school's Homecoming had a wonderful surprise in store. Students voted Seth Knox...
View ArticleSchool Bus Full of Kids with Autism Overturns in NYC Crash
According to the New York Department of Education, 6 nonverbal children with autism and 3 adults were injured.March 11, 2014(New York City) - According to the New York Department of Education, 6...
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Puzzle Piece Project and Autism Awareness Month Tool Kit
Autism Awareness Month is a time to educate your community about autism and Light It Up Blue! Spreading autism awareness in schools is a great way to celebrate April and promote inclusion and...
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School Rejects Child After Autism Diagnosis, Family Sues
The lawsuit claims the pre-school violated the Americans with Disabilities ActMay 07, 2014A toddler in New York City was refused entry into a private pre-school after he was diagnosed with autism. The...
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Disability Rights: Public Schools vs Private Schools
Autism Speaks Board Member and attorney Gary Mayerson answers questions about the Americans with Disabilities ActMay 08, 2014This Q & A is with attorney Gary Mayerson. Mayerson serves on the Board...
View ArticlePregnant Woman Saves Boy with Autism Who Wandered from School
An Oklahoma City mom to be took a chance when she noticed a 4-year-old boy with autism walking alone near a busy intersection.May 14, 2014(May 14, 2014) - An Oklahoma City mom-to-be took a chance when...
View ArticleBoy with Autism Wanders Out of School Without Anyone Knowing
The boy apparently walked out of school after lunch and made his way home crossing 2 streets alone.May 23, 2014(May 23, 2014) - A Bellevue, Neb., family is outraged after their 9-year-old son with...
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Secret Identity Helps Teen with Autism Connect with Fellow Students
Students at Grand Blanc West Middle School love their mascot but no one actually knows who the person behind the mask is.June 13, 2014Students at Grand Blanc West Middle School in Michigan love their...
View ArticleBoy with Autism Bitten at School, Mom Wants Answers
3-year-old Anthony Rodriguez is non-verbal and can't communicate what happened.July 24, 2014(July 24, 2014) - Jackie Rodriguez told WABC in New York City that her son was bitten on the cheek on the...
View ArticleSchool Bus Leaves Boy with Autism at Wrong House
A New Jersey father is calling for better training for school bus drivers and bus aides after the incident. August 08, 2014(August 8, 2014) - A New Jersey father is calling for training for school bus...
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How this school is challenging the status quo for kids with autism
STEM3 Academy's innovative program is drawing attention nationwide.February 10, 2016A Los Angeles-based school, STEM3 Academy, is gaining nationwide attention for its innovative program for students...
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