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Teen with Autism Graduates with 4.0 GPA; Announced as School’s Valedictorian

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One of our favorite stories from the past few years comes from Montel Medley, a 17-year-old with autism who in 2014 graduated from Surrattsville High School with a 4.0 GPA. Because of his academic achievements he was announced that June as his class’s valedictorian. He earlier in that school year announced that, after receiving an […]

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Kind Strangers Play Pokemon Go with Teen with Autism Who Was Bullied

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What a heartfelt story of community in Tempe Town Lake, Arizona. As first reported by ABC 15 Arizona, a teen with autism was playing Pokemon Go with his mom outside when two college-age men squirted barbecue sauce on him. They followed up by saying, “Yes, we got the r-word.” His sister, outraged by what the

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Remember These 3 Words If Someone Stares at You During a Meltdown

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To all our parents out there, Have you ever been on the receiving end of a rude stare or comment? I can’t tell you how many families I speak to who deal with this issue. It usually starts like this: You and your child are hanging out in a public place like a grocery store or at the

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How I Can Relate to LeBron James as Someone on the Autism Spectrum

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There are countless reasons why we look up to athletes. The reason I’ve always looked up to athletes is because they go out there and pursue their dreams. Then there are other athletes who go above and beyond to give back to their communities. A great example of that is 3-time NBA Champion LeBron James

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Demi Lovato’s Message at the DNC Inspired Me as Someone with Autism

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Demo Lovato who is a mental health advocate spoke at the Democratic National Convention and she did not disappoint. Her message that stuck out to me was when she said…. “This is not about politics. It’s simply the right thing to do.” What a wonderful thing to say I thought to myself. This is the

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5 Reasons Why You Need Social Stories in Your Classroom

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This guest post is by Trisha Katkin, a special education teacher in NH. She has her Master’s in Education and currently holds certificates in General Special Education, Learning Disabilities and Emotional/Behavioral Disabilities. She has been a guest speaker at the University of New Hampshire Institute on Disability and has been featured on Autism Talk at Patienttalk.org.

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The Most Difficult Part of Receiving Therapy as Someone who has Autism

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“Your son will receive physical, occupational and speech therapy as part of his early intervention plan.” This was one of the first things my parents ever heard from a therapist. As young as I could remember I received some form of therapy. This was due to my earliest challenges with autism. Along with being nonverbal

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To The Tony Winner Who Went the Extra Mile for Our Autism Community

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Dear Kelli O’Hara, You may not know the impact you’ve had on our autism community, but I’m here to tell you today that you truly have made a difference. When I first found out that you signed on for the Arts for Autism Benefit Concert for Autism Speaks’ in New York City at the historic

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Why I Speak With Schools Around the World About Autism

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The transition to school can be a challenging time for anyone. When you add having a diagnosis of autism and/or other special needs, though, it may be overwhelming. This is the main reason I want to become a champion for the cause in our schools. This is where my story begins of wanting to speak in our schools. When

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A Letter to Ayesha Curry From Someone on the Autism Spectrum

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Dear Ayesha Curry, I don’t know if this letter will ever get to you but I wanted to say thank you… Last year you graciously volunteered your time to help people with autism like me by attending Autism Speaks to Los Angeles Celebrity Chef Gala. When I heard that you were attending I was ecstatic.

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