Independent Centers: My Classroom Lifesaver

Running a self-contained autism classroom means wearing many hats: teacher, behavior support, data collector, communicator, and more. And when you’re short-staffed (which let’s be honest, is almost always), independent centers […]
Autism Acceptance Week: An Opportunity to Learn and Celebrate

As a passionate advocate for Autism Acceptance, I’ve been reflecting on creating inclusive environments for all students. Schools should be places where every student feels seen, understood, and valued. This […]
Three Types of Visual Supports

As many of you know, visual supports are incredibly important for our students with autism. Today, I’d like to talk about three types of visuals I use every day: schedules, […]
The Importance of Classroom Routines Visuals

As educators, we know that every student is unique, and when working with autistic students, it’s especially important to find the tools that work best for them. One of the […]
Work Task Organization and Data

Ever wondered how I keep everything organized behind the scenes? In this post, I’m taking you inside independent work task center—showing you why tracking data is so crucial and how […]