Autism and School
Massachusetts Scrutinizes Shrub Oak International School
After visiting Shrub Oak International School, officials from Connecticut, Washington, and Massachusetts have advised districts of troubling conditions at the school, where a ProPublica investigation uncovered reports of abuse and neglect. These concerns are further exacerbated by the fact that the school operates as an unregulated boarding school, operating outside of many standard oversight mechanisms….
Repurposing Historic Massachusetts Building for Autism Needs
Reuse of existing buildings is a long-standing tradition in Massachusetts, where historic structures, some dating back over three hundred years, are often repurposed for modern use. Renovating older buildings to fulfill new functions presents a unique set of opportunities and challenges, both in terms of design and construction. A recent example of this is the…
Career Tools for Disabled Students in Ohio Universities
Katie Snyder loves helping students with disabilities overcome barriers to employment as a vocational rehabilitation counselor serving students at Ohio University Chillicothe, Ohio University Southern, and Shawnee State University. Through Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities’ (OOD) Ohio College2Careers program, Snyder helps students access tools and resources to navigate their academic and career paths. Snyder became…
Inadequate Support for Ohio Students with Autism
“Are we always going to have to fight for them to get the education that they deserve?” said Stephanie Cox, a parent of twins with autism, during Tuesday night’s Board of Education meeting. “Is this just going to be the beginning when they will already face too many struggles to count?” Cox’s emotional plea echoed…
Fostering Belonging in Higher Education
Anirudh Subramaniam serves as the head of Ohio State’s Autistic Students Union, a vibrant community created by and for students with autism. The union aims to foster a supportive environment where individuals can connect, learn, and grow together. “People have done this before,” said Subramaniam. “People have done this at the University of Pittsburgh. And…