By Anthony KaDarrell Thigpen E-mail: AnthonyKaDarrellThigpen@gmail.com AUTISM ACADEMY – During the 2017-18 school year, east and west valley Autism Academy teachers remain steadfast amid strategic transitions to accommodate rapid growth. With a ribbon cutting ceremony in Tempe, a new facility in Peoria, and the Gilbert campus relocating to Chandler, the school is experiences unprecedented pro…Read More
By Anthony KaDarrell Thigpen E-mail: AnthonyKaDarrellThigpen@gmail.com AUTISM ACADEMY –Art students designed and painted aircraft portraits to donate for display at Carlisle Companies. More than 70 artists at the Autism Academy participated in the program with art teacher Amy Floyd. Now the art program is soaring even higher with a $5000 contribution from Carlisle. Art One Gallery in Scottsdale …Read More
Learn about the steps of how to apply for ESA for students with autism!…Read More
By Anthony KaDarrell Thigpen Email: Anthony_Thigpen@aol.com AUTISM ACADEMY – Most students have echoed the expression “When I grow up…”, while daydreaming of plans for their future. Career Technology Education (CTE) programs afford students the opportunity to explore various options with hopes of sparking interests. Most schools offer classes in areas of culinary, wood crafts, home …Read More
by Anthony KaDarrell Thigpen Email: AnthonyKaDarrellThigpen@gmail.com AUTISM ACADEMY – Kerrie Mallory-Thompson is no ordinary mom – she has a direct connection with Kris Kringle – the holiday icon that most kids call “Santa Claus”. Her holiday vision is spreading compassion and hope to hundreds of children with sensory sensitivities and other special needs. Mallory-Thompson is an …Read More
By Anthony KaDarrell Thigpen E-mail: Anthony_Thigpen@aol.com AUTISM ACADEMY – Parents of children with autism sometimes face frustrating challenges trying to take a traditional approach to discipline. This is why the Autism Academy sees behavioral excellence as a critical part of their mission. The Autism Academy utilizes several methods to modify and teach replacement behaviors. According to pr…Read More
By Anthony KaDarrell Thigpen Email: Anthony_Thigpen@aol.com AUTISM ACADEMY – A new TV series is inspiring more than 19-million viewers and fostering an added sense of optimism to the autism community. During a recent Good Morning America interview, actor Freddie Highmore spoke concerning his thoughts of playing the leading role on ABC’s new sitcom ‘The Good Doctor’. Television character,…Read More
