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Autism Awareness Month
‘It’s never too early’: Houston Swim club says water safety, lessons vital to keeping children with autism safe
Read full article: ‘It’s never too early’: Houston Swim club says water safety, lessons vital to keeping children with autism safeRyan Akabusi, 8, died over the weekend after authorities told KPRC 2 he wandered away from his home and into a nearby lake.
12-year-old with autism accidentally drowned in a nearby lake by her Fulshear home
Read full article: 12-year-old with autism accidentally drowned in a nearby lake by her Fulshear home"Our hearts are heavy with grief for Aisha and her family," Fulshear police said. "We deeply appreciate everyone who helped in the search and shared the information. Please keep Aisha's family in your thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time."
Tomball ISD teachers fired, accused of unprofessional behavior with students in autism program
Read full article: Tomball ISD teachers fired, accused of unprofessional behavior with students in autism programThe district isn't saying how many teachers are what they're accused of, but they've called investigators in from Texas Child Protective Services and Harris County.
‘Understanding, accepting, embracing:’ How these twins with autism inspire their community
Read full article: ‘Understanding, accepting, embracing:’ How these twins with autism inspire their communityFor Anthony and Sammy Taormina, there are two dates that define their lives as people with Asperger’s syndrome, an autism spectrum disorder.
Mother says Klein ISD took over an hour to tell her that her 7-year-old autistic son wandered off campus
Read full article: Mother says Klein ISD took over an hour to tell her that her 7-year-old autistic son wandered off campusEmily Ortiz tells KPRC 2/s Rilwan Balogun that it took the school more than an hour to tell her they were looking for her son.
KPRC 2 honors World Autism Awareness Day 💙
Read full article: KPRC 2 honors World Autism Awareness Day 💙Join us in celebrating World Autism Awareness Day! 🎉💙 On this day, we recognize the unique strengths of individuals with autism by promoting acceptance, inclusion, and understanding. #AutismAwareness #WorldAutismAwarenessDay #AutismAwarenessMonth
‘What should more people understand about autism?’ Your responses are so important to read
Read full article: ‘What should more people understand about autism?’ Your responses are so important to readConsidering this month is an important time to learn more about autism, we thought we’d ask you, our readers and viewers: If any of you have a close connection to autism spectrum disorder (perhaps you’ve been diagnosed, or you have a friend or child with autism), is there anything you wish more people understood?
RodeoHouston Trail Riders make a special stop at Spectrum of Hope
Read full article: RodeoHouston Trail Riders make a special stop at Spectrum of HopeCaravans of cowboys and cowgirls are heading to Houston from all across Texas, and the Prairie View Trail Riders had a special stop to make along the way.
Teacher’s perspective: ‘If you have met one child with autism, then you have only met one child with autism’
Read full article: Teacher’s perspective: ‘If you have met one child with autism, then you have only met one child with autism’A teacher who helps preside over a program for students with autism, Carrie Jones knows full well some aspects the general public might not understand.
Mother of 3 kids who have autism donates her books to help raise Autism awareness for others
Read full article: Mother of 3 kids who have autism donates her books to help raise Autism awareness for othersBrundidge is a children’s book author who has written books about her three children who have autism. She has made it her life’s work to help all children with special needs.
4-year-old has a truly unforgettable day at his happy place. And no, it’s not Disney World or Chuck E. Cheese.
Read full article: 4-year-old has a truly unforgettable day at his happy place. And no, it’s not Disney World or Chuck E. Cheese.Jaxon Maples is a 4-year-old boy with autism, and many days, he has trouble communicating and speaking clearly. But there is one place where those things aren’t a problem for him.
Tell us: What’s something you wish more people understood about autism?
Read full article: Tell us: What’s something you wish more people understood about autism?Considering this month is an important time to learn more about autism, we thought we’d ask you, our readers and viewers: If any of you have a close connection to autism spectrum disorder (perhaps you’ve been diagnosed, or you have a friend or child with autism), is there anything you wish more people understood?
5 activities for children with autism who’ve been under stress, anxiety due to the pandemic
Read full article: 5 activities for children with autism who’ve been under stress, anxiety due to the pandemicOne way to cope with any extra stress or anxiety is to have the kids engage in play time to help develop motor skills, social skills and language development, according to Dr. Jen Harstein, a children’s developmental psychologist who works with autistic children daily.
What is autism masking? Understanding this complex survival strategy in adults
Read full article: What is autism masking? Understanding this complex survival strategy in adultsAutism can be explained medically as a bio-neurological development disability, but to get into the nuanced details is quite a bit more complicated.
Young man with autism authors book about inclusion, aims to stock school libraries and educate all
Read full article: Young man with autism authors book about inclusion, aims to stock school libraries and educate allFor much of his life, Timothy Rohrer, a now-young adult who was diagnosed with autism as a second-grader, has dealt with exclusion from his peers.
Officer helps in rescue of teddy bear after boy with autism makes 911 call
Read full article: Officer helps in rescue of teddy bear after boy with autism makes 911 callA young boy’s parents are grateful to a police officer who showed up at their home after an unusual 911 call from their 12-year-old son with autism.
Take note: This teen with autism wrote the perfect guide on how to treat people
Read full article: Take note: This teen with autism wrote the perfect guide on how to treat peopleAfter dealing with exclusion by his peers over the years, Timothy Rohrer, a now-young adult who was diagnosed with autism as a second-grader, penned and published a pamphlet in which he basically guides people on how to treat those with disabilities.
Musical not just adapted for children with autism, it was designed just for them
Read full article: Musical not just adapted for children with autism, it was designed just for themThe creators of the show, “Farm! A Musical Experience,” designed the play specifically for children with autism, and for other kids who are neurodiverse.