Events & Workshops
Campuses Host Meet the Teacher Events to Launch 2026-2027 School Year
Meet the Teacher night is more than just a back-to-school ritual—it’s a powerful opportunity to set the tone for a successful school year. For our school community, where our students navigate the world through an autism spectrum lens, this event holds even deeper significance. Let’s meet some teachers at our North Phoenix Campus! Look at…
Read MoreMoving For a Cause. How Walking to Fundraise Became a Fantastic Tool
Walking to fundraise has emerged as a dynamic and community-centered way to raise funds for various causes, including raising awareness for autism. Encompassing everything from large, organized events to smaller, grassroots gatherings, walks are not only effective in generating donations but also in fostering community spirit and awareness. So, why exactly are walks and walking…
Read MoreWINTER NIGHT OF THE ARTS Musical Mixed with Art Display
Anthony KaDarrell Thigpen Email: AThigpen@aaed.org AUTISM ACADEMY FOR EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT – AAED music and art students sparked a sense of joy into the Christmas season. AAED musical is proof that music is more than inspiration. Students played instruments, sang solos and blended their voices with the school chorus during the recent concert. Traditional holiday…
Read MoreSENSITIVE SANTA PHOTO SESSIONS Christmas Festivities for Special Needs Children
Anthony KaDarrell Thigpen Email: AThigpen@aaed.org AUTISM ACADEMY FOR EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT –The Arizona Autism Network trimmed trees, decorated the courtyard, prepared prizes and set the stage for the main event. Sensitive Santa swept through the East Valley. The all-day event took place at the AAED Chandler campus located at 2716 N Dobson Road. Parents pre-registered…
Read MoreTRUNK OR TREAT – Creating Magical Moments While Fundraising
By Anthony KaDarrell Thigpen AThigpen@aaed.org AUTISM ACADEMY, for Education and Development – Photographer Jacquilyn Avery develops magical moments at the Autism Academy for Education and Development. Recently, she staged her annual volunteer photography fundraiser to help the AAED parent organization, P3. The Halloween Trunk or Treat event was a success. No Halloween tricks, horror, or…
Read MoreAUTISM ACADEMY AQUATICS – Back to School Pool Parties 2018
By Anthony KaDarrell Thigpen AnthonyKaDarrellThigpen@gmail.com AUTISM – With more than 300 registrations and counting, the Autism Academy for Education and Development (AAED) is making waves for the new school year. The school is hosting two separate pool parties, east and west valley students and families will have an opportunity to splash into fun. The…
Read MoreSENSORY INSPIRED SANTA EXPERIENCE FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS – Sensitive Santa Event Scheduled for East and West Valley Locations
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…
Read MoreAAED Season’s Greeting
Autism Academy Salutes Veterans
Diving Into The New School Year
Autism Academy Host Mega Pool Party!
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