Signs of autism in girls often get overlooked or go unrecognized. If you want to learn more about what to look for, this article is for you! Read More
Special Education in U.S.A
The core of Special Education is the students accessing education/ quality life and Parent/ Al Advocacies along with all supports & services. Embracing the reality about the current rising trend of disabilities versus the availability of services and resources would be crucial. They need to understand and become familiar with their rights and Law- implementations. Read More
The Connection Between Fidelity and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
Fidelity and IEPs go hand in hand. Both parents and the IEP team should make sure they take steps to sustain Fidelity. Read More
SGDs: Helper or Impeder?
SGDs (Speech Generating Devices) are Helpers. When SGDs are handled systematically it helps in language acquisition and helps to express/communicate – wants, needs ,thoughts and ideas. With a therapist having an expertise in both SLP/ AT specialization would be crucial. Read More
Giveaway: Hoglet Computer Mouse + Hat
We are giving away this “Hoglet Computer Mouse/Fidget Toy” + Hat to 5 lucky winners! Enter for your chance to win by noon 5/20/22! Read More
The Power of Attitude & Beliefs in Individualized Education Programs
Attitude & Belief(s) from various stakeholders in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) team can have a massive impact on the IEPs. The A & B(s) manifestations are quite insignificant initially as these are invisible. With time it gets inherited from one tier to the other and gets carried to gain power incrementally. Later upon reflection, this A & B(s) was square 1 along with other factors. Becoming aware – of their existence and their mechanisms in the IEPs will be significant for IEP implementations. Thus A & B(s) play a pivotal role in IEPs. Positive A & B(s) from team members( parents, teachers, Director and therapists etc.) would reflect as skills acquisitions and growth while Negative ones can cause slow-limited gains in the IEPs, unless these dynamics are changed. Read More
Giveaway: Expect a Miracle: Understanding and Living with Autism
We are giving away signed copies of the award-winning parenting book “Expect a Miracle: Understanding and Living with Autism” by Sandy & David Petrovic to 3 lucky winners! Enter for your chance to win by noon 4/15/22! Read More
Welcome to April: The Evolving Autism Awareness Month
“It is not enough to merely be aware of autism in your mind; it is important to accept neurodiversity in your heart. And that acceptance must translate to action, inclusion, and opportunities! People must look deeper than outward characteristics and seek to learn the complexities that lie beneath the surface of every person.” Read More
Interview with Mom’s Choice Award-Winner Sandy Petrovic and David Petrovic
For this interview, we were able to sit down with not just one but two of our MCA honorees, Sandy Petrovic and David Petrovic! Sandy and David Petrovic are the mother and son duo that co-authored the Mom’s Choice Award-winning book, Expect a Miracle! Written from the separate perspectives of an autistic young adult and his mother, Expect a Miracle enables an intricate understanding of life with autism. It uniquely chronicles the challenges and victories of each developmental stage from toddlerhood through young adulthood and includes topics such as bullying, sensory challenges, transitioning, college preparation and success, and acclimation to employment. Inspiring hope and practical ideas, this book would be valuable to those with Autism Spectrum Disorder/Asperger’s, their parents and loved ones, and professionals who work with autistic individuals in any way. Read More
The Paramount Role of Understanding in the Autism Journey
This article attempts to cover the paramount role of understanding in autism, self, and systems (school, society, laws) with a holistic approach in which parents can become better equipped for their journey ahead. Read More