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By Laura Newcomb Email: LNewcomb@aaed.org I have tears in my eyes. I’m sitting at my computer defining “Best Practices” for educating children with autism online. I know we’ll be back together again in our school buildings soon, but I am overwhelmed by the messages of concerned parents and staff – my heart is overflowing with…
Read MoreBryce Blog Post: A day in the Life of a Student at Autism Academy One of our very own AAED student’s has written a blog about what goes on for a typical day at school. Read about his story in our guest blog post for this week! This year, I am working in the PAES…
Read MoreBy Anthony KaDarrell Thigpen Email: athigpen@aaed.org Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder have special needs that are best accommodated in Autism-only schools. Individual Educational Plans often require support services and specialized therapies. The Autism Academy for Education and Development places strong emphasis on meeting the needs of every student. Individual Educational Plans (IEPs), include onsite occupational,…
Read MoreBy Anthony KaDarrell Thigpen Email: athigpen@aaed.org Fostering a fun atmosphere seems to come natural at Autism Academy for Education and Development. While the previously mentioned growth components seem to require a savvy sense of educational expertise, making learning fun is equally as important. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with…
Read MoreBy Anthony KaDarrell Thigpen Email: athigpen@aaed.org Building a culture of character amongst children with Autism is a multifaceted daily task that requires risks. Autism Academy for Education and Development is one of the nation’s leading experts in Autism education. The Arizona-based Autism-only school has nearly 180 employees, over 400 students, 6 facilities and 4 campuses statewide. Their vision of keeping…
Read MoreBy Anthony KaDarrell Thigpen Email: athigpen@aaed.org Autism Academy for Education and Development provides a curriculum, coaching and culture that defines the nation’s leading experts in Autism education. In doing so, AAED administrators strategically provide growth components in 8 areas of expertise focused on Autism education. Curriculum, coaching and culture is the 5th highlight of the school’s critical growth components. The Autism…
Read MoreBy Anthony KaDarrell Thigpen Email: athigpen@aaed.org Actively tracking your future, allows teacher to gain a better sense of control of your life and prepares you for the kind of personal growth that allows you to live your best life. This is why Autism Academy for Education and Development places strong emphasis on two paths, academic leadership and parental…
Read MoreBy Anthony KaDarrell Thigpen Email: athigpen@aaed.org Many families raising children with Autism often get stuck in the struggle of securing the necessary support. Parents invest countless hours advocating for individualized education plans, support therapies, and quality schools. The Autism Academy for Education and Development is raising awareness about their comprehensive curriculum as an Autism-only school. In addition to raising…
Read MoreBy Anthony KaDarrell Thigpen Email: athigpen@aaed.org The Autism Academy for Education and Development continues to experience calculated growth annually. Owner, Laura Newcomb is building academic bridges, meeting social needs, and making education for children with Autism more meaningful nationwide. The school provides online resources to help parents, educators and schools accelerate and advance learning strategies…
Read Moreby Anthony KaDarrell Thigpen E-mail: Athigpen@aaed.org AUTISM EDUCATION – Students at Autism Academy for Education and Development gain a host of support for work skills that aid them beyond school. AAED transition coordinator Karen Durst and vocational skills teachers Leslie Dille continue focusing on the end game. Together, they offer students a variety of campus-based and community work programs in the East Valley and North Phoenix. The…
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