Using Music to Build Relationships with Students and Clients
By Hannah Village, MT-BC & RBT, Music Therapist, ABS Dayton As a music therapist working for New Story at Applied Behavioral Services in Dayton, Ohio, I support children with autism spectrum disorder (autism) who face behavioral, communicative, social, and emotional challenges. I use tailored sessions to suit the needs of each client by using music […]
Meet Ben: A Passionate Engineer
Celebrate Autism Awareness & Acceptance Month all April long with us by getting to know our students! Read more about Ben from our Cincinnati Annex and his passion for engineering. Grade: 12th Interests: Construction, STEM, and being helpful to others. Loves to spend time with: His family! Ben has 32 cousins, 6 brothers, and 4 […]
How Paraprofessionals and Teachers Work Together for Student Success
Dr. Jill Blanchard is Senior Vice President of Operations in Ohio where she leads New Story Schools, Applied Behavioral Services and The Learning Spectrum. Paraprofessionals are often the force in our buildings that keep our students going every day, especially in a special education setting. It is important that teachers and paraprofessionals both understand their roles and […]
Meet Stephanie: Clinical Supervisor
March 1 was Employee Appreciation Day! We are celebrating our team members all month long by sharing their stories. Meet Stephanie Habermehl, Clinical Supervisor at Applied Behavioral Services’ Dayton campus. What is your favorite thing about working here? I love that I get to provide educational and behavioral services to children in a small group […]
Hyperfixation, Infodumping, and Autism: A Parent’s Guide
Hyperfixation and infodumping are two terms that are thrown around a lot in relation to autism. But, what exactly do they mean? And, more importantly, how should a parent handle them? This article will explain all about these behaviors and how you can best support your child in navigating them. What is hyperfixation? Hyperfixation is […]