Village Glen SchoolUsing Zones of RegulationOur students are currently learning about the Zones of Regulation (copyright symbol/make sure to cite Leah Kyupers, OT as the author) to help develop self-regulation skills and emotional control. Why Use the Zones? While the overarching goal of the Zones curriculum is for students to develop self-awareness of their emotional states, the purpose or benefit…
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Village Glen School New Social Skills Evidence-Based Program LaunchVillage Glen, one of the specialized nonpublic schools of The Help Group, was established in 1997 and designed for students with “Asperger’s Disorder” which is now considered Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Level 1. One of the unique aspects of Village Glen is its focus on social skills, which is taught as a…
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Focusing on Your Child’s Strengths and SuccessesTransitioning to In-Person Learning By Dr. Laurie StephensWhile most parents have been looking forward to the day their children return to in-person schooling, this transition is bringing a whole new set of fears. Parents and education leaders have been concerned over what children may have lost during distance learning, such as academic and social skills,…
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Proficiency of what is known as the “Soft Skills” is an important factor for independent adulthood. “Soft skills” refer to the ability to competently handle the social and emotional expectations and demands that occur on a college campus, in the workplace, and in daily life. When is the time to start learning and practicing these soft skills? Now! The sooner…
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April is Autism Acceptance Month, a time to increase understanding and acceptance of people with autism, and to provide continued support, kindness, and compassion for the autism community. The hope is to ignite change through improved support and opportunities in all areas of life including education, employment, and independent living. Many young adults are in need of support during the…
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