Guest Blog: October is AAC Awareness Month

October is AAC Awareness Month! Find out more about Augmentative and Alternative Communication from our guest blogger, Kathleen Elwell, a pediatric speech-language pathologist.

Halloween Social Story

Have you heard of a social story? We have prepared a Halloween social story that can be downloaded and utilized with your child who may be apprehensive about trick or treating door to door, who may be nervous to wear a costume, or collect candy.

Speech Therapy, EducationJessica BarisanoOctober 28, 2019Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Child Development, Developmental Milestones, Autism, Autism Awareness, Parent Education, Speech Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, Receptive Language, Expressive Language, Early Intervention, Early Childhood Education

Sensory Friendly Halloween

Halloween is this week and while it can be exciting for many children, it can also cause additional stress or anxiety for others. Here are a few simple tips to support your child in having a fun Halloween that also can meet your child’s sensory needs!

Occupational Therapy, EducationJessica BarisanoOctober 27, 2019Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Child Development, Developmental Milestones, Occupational Therapy, Fine Motor Skills, Sensory Processing Disorder, Sensory Integration, Exceptional Student Education, Activities of Daily Living, Sensory Friendly Activities, Sensory Friendly Halloween, Halloween

Sensory Friendly Trunk or Treat

Sensory friendly trunk or treat coming up this Saturday! You can also take your child Sunday to a fencing clinic or Crayola Experience for their sensory friendly Sunday event!

Community & Events, EducationJessica BarisanoOctober 24, 2019Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Central Florida Community, Community Events, Sensory Processing Disorder, AMC Sensory Friendly Films, Southern Hill Farm, Santa's Christmas Tree Forrest, Sensory Storytime

ABA Initial Assessment: What to Expect?

What is included in an initial ABA assessment? Why is it conducted? More details are available in today’s blog.

Applied Behavior Analysis, Client Concierge, EducationJessica BarisanoOctober 23, 2019Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Child Development, ABA, Applied Behavior Analysis, Safety, Exceptional Student Education, Behavior, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst, Registered Behavior Technician, ABA Therapy, Initial ABA Assessment

Benefits of Playground Skills

Did you know playground skills are important for gross motor skill development and sensory input? Find out what skills children should be demonstrating on the playground.

Physical Therapy, EducationJessica BarisanoOctober 22, 2019Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Child Development, Physical Therapy, Developmental Milestones, Gross Motor Skills, Early Intervention, Playground Skills, Sensory Integration

Guest Blog: End of the First Nine Week Reporting Period

Our children have finished the first 9 week reporting period of the 2019-2020 school year. How is your child performing and what expectations should you set for the next 9 weeks? Find out more today from our guest blogger, Michelle DAttoma, a Varying Exceptionalities Teacher.

Client Concierge, EducationJessica BarisanoOctober 21, 2019Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Kindergarten, Child Development, Exceptional Student Education, Kindergarten Milestones, Special Education, Kindergarten Reading, Kindergarten Writing

Exceptional Child Spotlight

Meet Caitlyn! She is a 19 year old with Robertsonian Translocation Down Syndrome who is campaigning with her teacher for Grand Champion with Best Buddies. We are excited to share more about Caitlyn, her journey, and the achievements she has made!

Community & Events, EducationJessica BarisanoOctober 20, 2019Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Central Florida Community, Community Events, Down Syndrome, Sensory Friendly Activities, Best Buddies, Robertsonian Translocation Down Syndrome, Exceptional Student Education, Exceptional Student Spotlight

Orlando Repertory Theatre

The Orlando Repertory Theatre offers sensory friendly performances throughout the year! More information about upcoming performances including Pete the Cat are shared in today’s blog!

Community & Events, EducationJessica BarisanoOctober 18, 2019Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Central Florida Community, Community Events, Sensory Friendly Activities, Crayola Experience, AMC Sensory Friendly Films, Sea Life Aquarium, Madame Tussauds, The Down Syndrome Association of Central Florida, Low Down on Law