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[Infographic] - The Latest Autism Rates
The latest research released by the CDC shows that autism rates have been climbing over the last few years. The report is published every two years by the Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring Network, a CDC-funded tracking system that assesses more than 300,000 8-year-old children for the disorder. Here’s what they found…
The differences between the disorders on the autism spectrum
There are several different disorders on the autism spectrum. These are called ASD’s – autism spectrum disorders. There is much confusion in terminology these days. Many people have a hard time understanding what the symptom differences are between the disorders. Here is a starter guide to understanding the spectrum
Post-High School Options for Adults with Autism in Arizona
As a parent of a teen with autism or other exceptionalities, you’re probably asking yourself: what happens after high school graduation? Before we get into that, did you know...
Autism Blogs: Our Top Picks
We've narrowed down our list of favorite blogs to our top selections. The following list of blogs are written by people who either have autism or other exceptionalities share their personal journeys, or parents share their stories of navigating the daily ups and downs of being a parent of an autistic or exceptional teen.
Middle & High School Mayhem – Bullying is Real
Is your teen getting bullied? As a parent of a teen with special needs, you're most likely not a stranger to bullying. We know bullying exists, but do we fully understand it's scale?
Redirect Your Taxes to Help Keep Our PS Students in School!
The deadline to file your taxes is RIGHT around the corner, and if you haven't filed yet, you still have time to help keep these students in school, at ZERO cost to you. It's really easy. You can control where your taxes go.
9 Tips for Mothers of Autistic & Exceptional teenagers: New Year, New Hope
Your teen is your world. When you were pregnant, your only concern was having a healthy, happy baby. When your teen was born, nothing could describe the feeling you experienced. Utter, pure, joy. Perhaps not only a few years later, you felt guilty, but knew something wasn't right; you began to wonder if your teen was "normal."
Should I Switch Schools Mid-Year? Answers for Parents of Autistic Teens.
Your teen has autism or some form of ASD. He or she currently attends a public school where he or she gets the attention of a teacher and possibly an instructional aide. Or your teen is attending a private school where you feel everyone is supportive, but something is still "off".
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[Infographic] - Arizona STO's Explained
Did you know Student Tuition Organizations (STO's) of Arizona can help fund your student's tuition if they are eligible? This infographic showcases interesting stats around STO's, how they work, and who is eligible.
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[Infographic] - Arizona ESA Explained
Did you know the Empowerment Scholarship Accounts of Arizona can help fund your student's tuition if they are eligible? This infographic showcases interesting stats around the ESA (Empowerment Scholarship Accounts), how they work, and who is eligible.
Research Shows that Autism is Less Obvious in Girls
It’s been proven that boys are 4.5 times more likely to have autism. But new research shows that the gender gap in people with autism may not be as wide as we previously thought. A study shows that autism may not be as easily detected in females than it is in males.
What To Do If Your Teen With Special Needs Is Getting Bullied
You may already know that a teen with special needs is more likely to get bullied. In fact, teens with physical, developmental, intellectual, emotional, and sensory disabilities—are at an increased risk of being bullied. Those with disabilities were two to three times more likely to be bullied than their nondisabled peers.
The Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) Explained
If you’re a parent of a student with autism or other exceptionalities, you may be familiar with the term ESA (Education Savings Account.) This is government-authorized savings account which essentially works as a debit card which parents can use to pay for their student’s education. A portion of Arizona taxpayer dollars are allocated to ESA’s, helping parents of students with disabilities cover services approved by the state government, including private school tuition, fees and more.
How Physical Activity Benefits Students with Autism or Other Exceptionalities
It is generally widely accepted that there is a positive correlation between physical activity and academic performance. However, it has become more evident that it's more important than ever for teenagers with learning disabilities to exercise! Research has shown that teenagers with learning disabilities have less developed gross motor skills, therefore they must work harder than teenagers without learning disabilities to accomplish similar results.
Why and How Students Should Hydrate
We are all aware that hydration is important, especially here in Arizona. With temperatures heating up, it is even more prevalent that we stay hydrated to prevent injury.
Back to School: Three Tips for Parents
It’s already mid-summer, and time to start thinking about the back to school transition. The routine changes are stressful enough as it is, so in order to make the transition as smooth as possible, we’ve put together a few tips.
Considerations before selecting a school for your autistic or special needs Teen
Your teen spends most of their time in school, surrounded by individuals who directly influence their well-being – teachers and fellow students alike. That is why it’s incredibly important to choose the right school for your teen.