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 […]
Meet Caiti: Speech-Language Pathologist
March 1 was Employee Appreciation Day! We are celebrating our team members all month long by sharing their stories. Meet Caiti Eisenhut, a knowledgeable speech-language pathologist at Applied Behavioral Services’ Cincinnati campus. What is your favorite thing about working here? Our students! They are funny, sweet, sarcastic, and simply the best. What keeps you coming […]
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 […]