Recent ASD developments

By Rick Colosimo / April 30, 2012 / Comments Off on Recent ASD developments

It’s time once again for the GoTheDistance for Autism bike event in north Jersey. My son can now ride without training wheels, so please support him here: https://tinyurl.com/DylanTrain (opens in new tab) We’ve all been busy digesting new incidence/prevalence numbers, new DSM criteria, fundraising, and, of course, IEP season. Here are some highlights: AutismNJ wrote…

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Webinar on Key Components of school programs

By Rick Colosimo / July 14, 2011 / Comments Off on Webinar on Key Components of school programs

Our friends at rethink autism are presenting a webinar that will be valuable for a broad number of parents with children on the spectrum. From their announcement: School districts nationwide are challenged to keep pace with the complex needs of a growing autism population. This webinar will define 7 Key Components that research and practitioners…

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Augcomm New Jersey: augmentative communication meeting

By Rick Colosimo / May 31, 2011 / Comments Off on Augcomm New Jersey: augmentative communication meeting

Augcomm New Jersey is being produced by Eric Jager, who I’ve met. He’s a parent and skilled in meeting and event planning (at the big-boy level). I’m sure this will be a well-planned event with useful information for participants. Registration is now open for Augcomm New Jersey, a forum on augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)…

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Rick’s first fundraiser finishes on 4/9

By Rick Colosimo / April 8, 2011 / Comments Off on Rick’s first fundraiser finishes on 4/9

Here’s a short link to one of my other blogs, Watch Rick Train. I’m raising money all year for Reed Academy, starting with the Tough Mudder in Pennsylvania tomorrow and finishing with Ironman Florida in November. My goal is $140,000. This is the start. Thanks for your support; I’ll post updates at the WRT blog.

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