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When I speak in schools either as part of a school assembly or professional development, I often talk about how bullying is one of the biggest epidemics we currently have in the school systems today. Growing up with autism, I was bullied for my differences. It wouldn’t be until middle school it started to slow […]
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My friend Chris Bonello, a fellow public speaker who is on the autism spectrum posted a great quote on his Facebook Page where he discusses an example situation of what the workforce has looked like for him. It said… “Sorry Steve, we can’t offer you the job. I know you’d be an expert at building
Autistic People Like Me Just Want A Chance To Succeed Read More »
Grant Amount: $500 (2 recipients) Essay Deadline: October 31, 2020 at Midnight EST Small businesses are facing unprecedented challenges due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. With that in mind, my nonprofit, KFM Making A Difference/Kerry’s Autism Journey, wants to help these businesses, through these financially challenging times, with a grant opportunity! We are asking small
Someone once told me, “You’re still single?! But you’re such a catch!” While some I can understand may have good intentions when they say this being single is not a crime. For example, I have lost feelings, that spark, for several women in my life. Everyone has their own story. I go out, I have
When Someone Says, ‘You’re Still Single?! But You’re Such A Catch!’ Read More »
Alyssa Sadler, an autism mom from Texas was kicked off a Southwest Airlines flight after her three-year-old autistic son would not wear a face mask. This goes against the airline’s COVID-19 policy. The mom was quoted saying that the child had sensory challenges. The airline gave the family a full refund. The majority of airlines
Has anyone watched Locke & Key? I’m excited to say they were renewed for a second season. After being featured on shows such as ABC’s The Good Doctor and Speechless, Coby Bird, a talented young man who is on the autism spectrum was casted as Rufus Whedon, the adopted son of Ellie Whedon and someone
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Season 2 was just released on Netflix. The Umbrella Academy which premiered on Netflix in 2019 is an American superhero television series. Harlan Cooper, is played by Justin Paul Kelly who is a recurring character on Season 2 of the show. He is described as a shy autistic kid. As a professional speaker who’s on
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The U.S. Department of Education says less than half the states were in compliance with federal special education law. We have to do better. This is a disservice to our students. When I was diagnosed with autism in 1992, special education didn’t feel like a priority. That’s why my mom started the special education division
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A Colorado Kindergarten teacher is facing dismissal after allegedly saying “I’m so tired of hearing about special needs children…They were re****** before COVID and they’ll still be re****** after…Do you really think they will be any different after staying a year at home with their parents…Sorry, you f***** got pregnant and had a re****** kid.
To The Colorado Teacher Who Called Special Needs Children The R-Word Read More »
I just learned that a 6-year-old girl name Ruby who is on the autism spectrum was asked to leave (along with her family) a Disney Store in London, Ontario for improperly wearing her mask inside the store. In their area it’s not a requirement for a child with a disability under 12 years of age
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70 million individuals have autism worldwide. Because of this, in 2011, Kerry started “KFM Making a Difference” an organization that helps provide scholarships for adults with autism to attend college. Help support the cause today and “make a difference” in the lives of those with autism.
70 million individuals have autism worldwide. Because of this, in 2011, Kerry started “KFM Making a Difference” an organization that helps provide scholarships for adults with autism to attend college. Help support the cause today and “make a difference” in the lives of those with autism.
