Diagnosed with autism at 3, he became high school valedictorian. Today he graduates from college.

Congratulations!

https://www.thetelegraph.com/news/article/Diagnosed-with-autism-at-3-he-became-high-school-13888737.php?fbclid=IwAR1mV8T--auvqgcd1BShVLle4oK-n8O_OuDrPQ4h-oSONTlJfYB5zc8YjNk

15 College Programs for Kids With Learning and Attention Issues

By Understood Editors

While all colleges must provide basic supports to students with learning disabilities and ADHD, many go beyond that. Some even offer fee-based programs to help build learning and executive functioning skills. Check out this list of 15 from Lauren Sagat, director of college guidance at Purnell School in Pottersville, New Jersey.

Read More: https://www.understood.org/en/school-learning/choosing-changing-schools/leaving-high-school/15-college-programs-for-kids-with-learning-and-attention-issues?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=understoodorg

Marino Campus Open House Aug. 19th

Marino Campus is an exciting post-secondary educational opportunity for young adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. Although new, Marino Campus offers students all of the academic and social opportunities that make college a unique, life-changing experience. If you are ready to make new friends and develop skills for lifelong careers and independence, Marino Campus might be the perfect fit for you!

Open House – Marino Campus
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
7:00 pm

Schedule of Events
Welcome from the Dean
Campus Tour
Programs of Study Presentation
Student Alumni Presentation
Q & A

Refreshments will be served
Raffle to be held for all participants

RSVP REQUIRED
Email: smorantes@danmarinofoundation.org
Please include your name and number attending.

Location:
400 North Andrews Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Parking available in lot north of the Campus on the east side of Andrews Ave.

For more information on location: http://marinocampus.org/contact-us/

Earn Your M.S. in Developmental Disabilities

Opportunity to earn your M.S. in Developmental Disabilities at Nova Southeastern University

• Convenient for working professionals and diverse schedules
• 30 credits exclusively online
• Special concentration options:

·        Adult Services and Transition

·        Applied Behavior Analysis

·        Child Life Specialist

·        Early Childhood

·        Leadership and Advocacy

For more information, visit http://www.nova.edu/humanservices/devdisabilities/index.html

Start your week off with a smile!

Every star deserves a chance to shine.... Nothing is impossible!

http://www.today.com/news/they-said-yes-boy-down-syndrome-gets-college-program-heart-2D11777602

Thinking Positive About the Future Panel: Herm Fishbein

Check out this insightful lecture by Unicorn Village Academy's Headmaster, Dr. Herm Fishbein, offering advice on the key stages of transition to adulthood including: letting go, adjusting to college, finding success in the workplace and achieving independence.

STEM

A study published in the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders found that students with autism chose STEM* majors at a rate of 34.31%, almost 12% higher than the general population. Visit http://unicornvillageacademy.org/ to learn how we plan to cultivate these strengths.

*Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics.