Education and Autism
The increased knowledge and personal growth that happens during school age years provide the foundation for the rest of a person's life. That's why it is critical that your child is getting the best education possible tailored to his or her unique needs.
Resources for Educators
Education and Autism: Advice from the Experts
Education and Autism: Personal Stories
The valuable lesson my nonverbal daughter taught her class
Tips that helped my son transition from school to the workplace
12 things I'd like teachers to understand about autism
A note to teachers from parents of kids with autism
What being in an inclusion class taught my daughter
My son went from nonverbal to starring in the school play
Autism Speaks Advocacy
Autism Speaks works to ensure meaningful access to quality education services for all students with autism. We advocate on initiatives based not only in the classroom or school building, but also in local communities, and at all ages.
Click here to learn more about Autism Speaks educational advocacy efforts.
Need Personalized Support?
Our Autism Response Team (ART) is specially trained to connect people with autism, their families, and caretakers to information, tools, and resources.
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