Choosing the Best Education After an Autism Diagnosis

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  Meeting the Growing Demand for Autism-Specific Education and Services with the Autism Academy for Education and Development (AAED) By Anthony KaDarrell Thigpen Over the past decade, the world has witnessed a significant surge in the diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This spike in diagnoses has highlighted the pressing need for specialized education and…

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How to Pick The Right Autism School for Your Child

Choose a School for Children With Autism

Finding the right school for any child can be a daunting task, especially if that child is on the spectrum. If you’ve made the decision to go with an adapted school as opposed to a mainstream school, you may be wondering where to start your search. Autism Academy has a list of three things you…

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Autism Academy For Education & Development’s Four Building Blocks

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Autism Academy for Education & Development ‘s approach to education is built on four foundational Building Blocks, each intentionally designed to support students with autism to thrive academically, socially, and in daily life. These principles reflect evidence-based practices and practical considerations educators and families need to create sustainable progress. When you visit any of our…

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Four Things to Know About Our School For Autism

The right school for your child with autism

Finding the right school for your child with autism can be a difficult task. Specialized schools for autism and their campuses are few and far between, and finding one that is accessible, has the resources your child needs, and highly trained staff can feel impossible. Autism Academy believes that all children with autism and their…

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What to Consider When Choosing Between Autism Schools

Deciding which school for autism your child

Deciding which school for autism your child goes to can be daunting. Because of the nature of ASD, it’s common for parents to feel anxious when trying to make the right decision. Every autistic kid has their own unique needs and requirements. As a parent, you’d want to make sure that your child’s unique needs…

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Learn More About Our Program

Child Building Blocks

The Autism Academy for Education and Development believes that every child is exceptional. Since 2013, we have been providing specialized education for children with autism in all stages of the K-12 program. Our focus has always been on individual attention and instruction, maintaining an exceptionally low teacher-to-student ratio to make the most out of individualized…

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Online Courses at Autism Academy for Education & Development

About Our Online Courses

Online Courses for Autism Education Online learning has shown significant growth in recent years, becoming a secondary option in education. Traditional schools have already incorporated online classes to support continued learning, despite recent constraints. While traditional online classes may offer support to typical students, they’re not for everyone. Those with special needs, particularly children with…

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Autism Education: Meeting The Needs with Kalona Newcomb

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By 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,…

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