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ThisisEVERYTHING this made me cry ugly I am so proud of this boy for being so courageous ! This is what is good with everything bad we deal with! @people @missmoeteaches #autismproud #specialneedsmom #autismstars #autismworld #specialneedsparenting #differentnotless #ig_autism #specialneedsfamily #thisisautism #autismrocks
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It's a really special day at Bridgeway Academy. ⠀
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To our graduates– you have worked so hard during your time with us. You have accomplished countless goals, learned and mastered many skills, and made important connections in the community. You have also helped shape Bridgeway Academy into the organization it is today. ⠀
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You see, today’s ceremony isn’t just an important moment for you – it’s an important moment for us all. ⠀
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For a long time, the education program here grew by one grade level each year, right alongside you. But now, your journey with us is complete. You are ready for your next chapter. Because of Bridgeway Academy, because of the love and support of your families, and because of your own hard work - you are ready for your future. ⠀
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Congratulations to the (our very first) CLASS OF 2019! ⠀
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My dude is a happy stimmer and loves music! At a little festival yesterday we were busy dancing and stimming and having a time!!! When the music stopped we were chasing bubbles and trying to pop them with our noses!
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Thanks to @findingrafasvoice for capturing the moment!
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#KodiLee, 22, had the ultimate experience on #NBC’s #AGT as his performance was met with a standing ovation as he received the first golden buzzer of season 14.
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Kodi, who is blind and autistic, was escorted on to the stage by his mother, as she introduced him to America and the show’s judges. During his introduction, she said, “We found out that he loved music really early on. Through music and performing, he was able to withstand living in this world. Because when you're autistic, it's really hard to do what everyone else does. It actually has saved his life, playing music.”
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His mother gave him a little pep talk before his performance, and Kodi amazed the crowd with his vocals and piano playing skills as he covered Donny Hathaway’s “A Song For You.” Following his performance, the judges raved about his performance, but it was #GabrielleUnion, who-p—read more at TheShadeRoom.com (: @nbc/ @agt)
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AUTISM AWARENESS
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18 years later and our bond is stronger than ever. I have a very special relationship with my sister Valentina who has Asperger’s syndrome. It was Autism Awareness Day earlier this week and I want to share something deeply personal with you today.
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The first thing you should know about autism is that it is a spectrum, hence the abbreviation ASD for autism spectrum disorder. This means that there are no identical instances, but there are still many similarities.
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There are certain things that come very naturally to neurotypical people which present a huge challenge to people with an ASD. Social interaction, particularly nonverbal cues can be an absolute minefield to navigate.
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Sensory (over)sensitivity is also very common. Sights, smells, and sounds, are so much more intense. This makes crowded and noisy places much more scary than they already are. Because they feel stimulus so intensely, it is very important for people with an ASD to be able to withdraw somewhere quiet.
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Routine is incredibly important, sacred almost. Any disruption can be met with panic and anxiety. Dealing with unexpected changes is one of the biggest challenges, especially because life is inherently unpredictable.
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Now that you have an idea of what it is like, I want to talk about Val and our experiences together. She is 23 months older than me and so was getting into the swing of things when I came into the world. Just a few days later, she asked my mum when I would be going back to the hospital. This brutal honesty has stayed with her and given us some priceless moments.
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She soon warmed up to me, and would throw grass into my pram so I could see what the world was like. If I had to use one word to describe Val, it would be pure. Unconditional love and genuine kindness are just two of the countless gifts she’s given us.
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Growing up together had its tough moments, but we only grew closer. Every day she shows me how easy it is to be happy and fills my heart with joy.
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Every person with autism has a beautiful and complex universe inside of them. We should strive to understand them and see things from their point of view because they see the world in a unique way