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The Treatment and Education of Autistic and Related Communication Handicapped Children (TEACCH) philosophy recognizes autism as a lifelong condition and does not aim to cure but to respond to autism as a culture. [2] Core tenets of the TEACCH philosophy include an understanding of the effects of autism on individuals; use of assessment to ...
The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), [Fresno] - A specialized institution providing educational and therapeutic services to individuals with autism spectrum disorder. [2] Connecticut
v. t. e. An Individualized Education Program ( IEP) is a legal document under United States law that is developed for each public school child in the U.S. who needs special education. It is created through a team of the child's parent (s), the student and district personnel who are knowledgeable about the child's needs. [ 1]
The number of students identified and served as eligible for autism services in the United States has increased from 5,413 children in 1991–1992 to 370,011 children in the 2010–2011 academic school year.
Lawrence School is an independent, coeducational day school serving K-12 students with learning differences such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia. [1] With its small class sizes, unique curricula, and hands-on learning opportunities, Lawrence School provides students with the tools and strategies they need to become successful learners.
High-functioning autism is characterized by features similar to those of Asperger syndrome. The defining characteristic recognized by psychologists is a significant delay in the development of early speech and language skills, before the age of three years. [ 12 ]
Milford Junior High School – originally opened as Milford High School (grades 9-12) in 1962 with additions 1980 and 1985; became Milford Junior High in 1990; scheduled to be replaced by the new Milford Middle School opening August 2025. Mulberry Elementary School – opened 2003. McCormick Elementary School – opened 2003.
Bernard Rimland(November 15, 1928 – November 21, 2006) was an American research psychologist, writer, lecturer, and influential person in the field of developmental disorders. Rimland's first book, Infantile Autism, sparked by the birth of a son who had autism, was instrumental in changing attitudes toward the disorder.