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

Corn Maze, Wonderworks, and More!

A corn maze and sensory day at Wonderworks are happening this weekend! More details included here to access all the fun family friendly events this month!

Community & Events, EducationJessica BarisanoOctober 17, 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

The IEP Process

The IEP Process can be lengthy and complicated. In today’s blog, the IEP process is broken down into 10 steps to provide further understanding of what is involved.

Developmental Milestones for Dressing

Did you know that there are specific developmental milestones that your child should meet for dressing themselves and tying their shoes? You can learn about the foundational skills needed to complete these tasks of daily living in today’s blog!

Occupational Therapy, EducationJessica BarisanoOctober 15, 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, Dressing Milestones in Children

Kindergarten Reading Standards

Kindergarten students have many reading milestones or standards that they must learn before moving on to first grade. These standards are the foundation that are needed for the student to be successful in learning to read. What exactly are these standards and what do they mean?

Client Concierge, EducationJessica BarisanoOctober 14, 2019Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Kindergarten, Child Development, Exceptional Student Education, Kindergarten Milestones, Special Education, Kindergarten Reading, Kindergarten Writing, Elementary Education