Books to Read to Your Child During Changes in Routine
By Elisabeth Furlong Special times like back to school, the holidays, or summer break are always exciting, but it can also mean a big change in routine for your student. Preparing your child ahead of time can help save some of the stress and anxiety that come with these changes as they navigate how to […]
Applied Behavioral Services Appreciates Staff Members Throughout November
In November, Applied Behavioral Services took the opportunity to honor and celebrate their dedicated staff. As part of this initiative, staff members and students’ families were encouraged to express their gratitude and acknowledge those who had a positive impact. By the end of the month, we received over 100 nominations for staff members across Ohio. […]
Data-Driven Decision Making in the Special Education Classroom
Formative and summative assessments are crucial tools that each play distinct roles in the classroom. By understanding and applying both formative and summative assessments effectively, teachers can create a more responsive and supportive learning environment, ultimately leading to greater student success. Formative vs. Summative Assessments Formative Assessments are ongoing evaluations that occur during the learning […]
Ohio Schools Celebrate Second Annual End of Year Awards Dinner
New Story Schools Ohio, The Learning Spectrum, and Applied Behavioral Services joined together for the second annual Ohio Awards Dinner on Friday, June 7 in downtown Columbus. Speakers at this year’s ceremony included Dr. Jill Blanchard, Senior Vice President of Operations in Ohio and Jonathan Bicknell, CEO, New Story. A total of 34 winners were […]
Autism in Entertainment: 10 Shows That Show Up for Honest Inclusion
Television is the great escape. We get to live vicariously and feel all the feels: joy, sadness, frustration, friendship, love, heartbreak, growing pains, success, failure, and perseverance. We experience life through someone else’s lens, all from the comfort of our own homes, seeing a bit of ourselves in the characters we watch. We relate to […]