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ABS to Host Open House and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at New Cincinnati Campus July 24

Applied Behavioral Services (ABS) is inviting families, educators, and community members to get a first look at its brand-new Cincinnati campus during an open house on Thursday, July 24, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. The Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will take place at 3:45 P.M.  The event will be held at 3700 Park 42 Drive, Sharonville, […]

Meet Desi: Aspiring Vet Assistant

Celebrate Autism Awareness & Acceptance Month all April long with us by getting to know our students! Read more about Desiree (Desi) from Applied Behavioral Services’ Cincinnati campus. How old are you? 15 years old What are your interests outside of school? Playing video games Who do you enjoy spending time with? My two dogs! […]

New Story Launches State of the State Annual Reports

New Story has launched the first annual State of the State report for Ohio, showcasing student outcomes and the many ways we’ve celebrated our staff, empowered our students, and impacted our community throughout the 2023-2024 school year. The report highlights the expansion of Applied Behavioral Services’ Partnership Program with local businesses, which creates valuable work-based […]

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 […]

Fighting the Summer Slide

The last few weeks of the school year are often the most challenging. In addition to student behaviors, spring fever, and end of year exhaustion, many teachers also face the concern of the impending summer slide. It is difficult to look at a group of students who showed so much growth over the past nine […]

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 […]

The ABCs of ABA

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a scientific approach to understanding and improving behavior. It is based on the principles of behaviorism, which emphasize the relationship between behavior and its environmental factors. ABA is widely used in various fields, including psychology, education, and healthcare, to bring about positive behavioral changes in individuals. The seven dimensions of […]