AutismRadio's Ipad Workshop Being held in Rockaway NJ
We are so Happy to Announce Our 2013 Ipad for Autism Program we have selected 10 Students to each Receive there very own Ipad with case as well as Special Software and Training by Stacy Gebbia who has been a teacher at Park Lake School for 13 years. Throughout her time at Park Lake, she has developed an interest in teaching her students how to learn in a creative and functional way. She understands the importance of communication and tries to teach her students to communicate in any way they can. She has participated in many workshops to learn new ways to teach students with Autism how to communicate. She became very interested in the ipad and noticed how it could open up a new world for her students. She uses the ipad in every aspect of her classroom – for teaching new concepts in all subjects, for communication, and to teach leisure skills.
The Program will take the students through all of the following.
Introduction to the ipad– Communicating with the ipad - Proloquo to go
– How we use the ipad at school / How you can use the ipad at home
- Learning through Leisure skills
AUTISM AWARENESS DAY AT ROBERTO CLEMENTE STATE PARK - April 20, 2013
AUTISM AWARENESS DAY AT
ROBERTO CLEMENTE STATE PARK
PLEASE JOIN US FOR A DAY OF FUN AND
CELEBRATION IN HONOR OF
AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH
GAMES, ARTS & CRAFTS, GIVEAWAYS!!!
WHERE:
ROBERTO CLEMENTE STATE PARK
301 WEST TREMONT AVENUE
BRONX, NY 10453
WHEN: SATURDAY, APRIL 20, 2013
TIME: 12PM-4PM
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT MELISSA GARCIA
(718)299-8750
MELISSA.GARCIA@PARKS.NY.GOV
Autism Radio to Launch “Swim for Autism” Program on April 6, 2013
Special Olympics New Jersey and Autism Radio Launch “Swim for Autism” Program
WHARTON, NJ - Paul Cimins, Founder of AutismRadio.org, is proud to announce the new “Swim for Hope” Swimming Program for Children with Autism. Cimins will oversee and organize special training classes and confidence building competitions and family gatherings for children on the Autism Spectrum throughout the United States starting in his home state of New Jersey.
Mission Statement from “Swim for Hope” National Swimming Program for Autism: Our goal is to increase water safety awareness and teach more children on the Autism Spectrum basic swimming techniques. Swim for Hope will help develop a family fun activity and participate in special events, including Special Olympics New Jersey competitions..
For some children, water can be scary or just uncomfortable, even dangerous. Others can never seem to get enough of it, but don’t know how to safely and independently coordinate their bodies when in the pool. We aim to create a fun, safe and family environment for families nationwide.
“Swim for Hope” National Swimming Program for Autism includes:
(1) Basic Swimming Lessons with Licensed and Certified Lifeguard and Swim Instructor
(2) Safety Concerns Water properties as they relate to the sensory system.
(3) Making a child go under Water Successfully
(4) Auditory and Sign Language Commands for Training and Safety
(5) Seeking sensory input to increase confidence and pool Engagement and interaction
(6) How to avoid Excessive drinking of the pool water
(7) Exercise and routine to increase comfort and focus
(8) Annual Statewide Competitions and National Championships
(9) Salt Water Tank and Ocean Day Trips (summer)
The pilot program is launching in Wayne, New Jersey on April 6, 2013 and we are currently seeking sponsors for the program. We would like to give special thanks to the Wayne Special Parents Association (SPA) in collaboration with Passaic County Freeholder Pat Lepore.
Interested in sponsoring a local “Swim for Hope” program in your area? Please email Paul@AutismRadio.org or call 877-HOPE-777 and leave a message with your contact information.
ABOUT AUTISM RADIO™
Autism Radio™ is a Non Profit Organization that is committed to making a difference in the Autism Community. Our Mission is to improve the lives of the individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders and their friends and families, who struggle to understand, treat, care for, and help find a cure for their loved one. Autism Radio™ is dedicated to raising public awareness about Autism, and helping individuals, families, and society cope with struggles of this disorder. Our mission is to raise funds and distribute them to families in need who are dealing with the Autism Spectrum Disorder. We are committed to raising the funds necessary to support these goals. Find out more details at: http://AutismRadio.org
ReelAbilities NJ Film Festival 2013
FESTIVAL AT A GLANCE
Click here to view a brochure PDF
Click here to view schedule by venue
To purchase tickets, or to register to free events, please click on the Schedule icon below the film or event description.
Thursday, March 7
7:00pm Special Festival Preview - The Importance of Tying Your Own Shoes + Jazz Hand @ Montclair State University
Wednesday, March 13
7:00pm The Importance of Tying your Own Shoes @ Kean University
7:00pm Getting Up @ Seton Hall University (VENUE CHANGE: Screening of GETTING UP will NOT be presented at South Orange Performing Arts Center. It WILL be presented at Seton Hall University)
7:00pm Son of the Stars + Sensory Overload @ Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Thursday, March 14
6:30pm Reel Encounters @ Goodwill Industries
7:00pm Wampler’s Ascent @ Kean University
7:00pm Reel Encounters @ Seton Hall University
(Be My Brother, Flying Anne, Sensory Overload, Autism in Love)
7:30pm The Importance of Tying Your Own Shoes + Autism in Love, Be My Brother @ Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Friday, March 15
6:00pm Wampler’s Ascent @ Matheny Medical and Educational Center
7:00pm Six Points About Emma @ Kean University
Saturday, March 16
2:00pm Reel Signs @ Kean University
4:00pm Son of the Stars @ Kean University
6:00pm Reel Encounters @ Kean University
(Be My Brother, Autism in Love, Beautiful, Dancing Outside the Box)
7:00pm Scarlet Road @ Kean University
Sunday, March 17
2:00pm Reel Encounters @ Kean University
(Jazz Hand, Flying Anne, Sensory Overload, Willowbrook)
4:00pm Getting Up @ Kean University
4:00pm Praying with Lior @ Glen Rock Jewish Center
6:00pm Come As You Are @ Kean University
6:30pm Wampler’s Ascent + Jazz Hand, Dancing Outside the Box @ Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
7:00pm Silent Games + Jazz Hand @ JCC Metrowest