Martin and AAESA teams trained last year through the GVSU STatewide Autism Resources and Training (START) grant Martin and AAESA teams trained last year through the GVSU STatewide Autism Resources and Training (START) grantOn site Technical Assistance from Maureen Ziegler, START ProjectSchool wide sensitivity trainings and educationTeachers worked together to set up informal student supports and inclusion opportunitiesProposed a Peer-to-Peer (LINKS) Elective class (AAESA teacher of record, Erin Gauthier)Martin School Board approved!
17 Kindergarten through Ninth grade students with disabilities in the AAESA Sensory Communication classrooms 17 Kindergarten through Ninth grade students with disabilities in the AAESA Sensory Communication classrooms 37 Seventh through Twelfth grade Martin students taking the class for an elective credit11 sixth graders volunteering, as well as many other students in the lower elementary grades
New friendships!
Increased engagement
New Learning for ALL students
Inclusion Opportunities
I absolutely love this class, it's probably my favorite part of the school day. There's always something different to work on or try to achieve and I like that…I think they're a lot like any other kids, they like to cuddle, read, play and go on the computer like anyone else their age, and I don’t think I would have realized any of that if not for this class. Links is super fun and I'm happy that I'm a part of this program! I absolutely love this class, it's probably my favorite part of the school day. There's always something different to work on or try to achieve and I like that…I think they're a lot like any other kids, they like to cuddle, read, play and go on the computer like anyone else their age, and I don’t think I would have realized any of that if not for this class. Links is super fun and I'm happy that I'm a part of this program!My LINK has taught me so much already... I have learned that we're all alike in a lot of ways. In the future, I will always keep in mind the ways we are alike (:
I love spending time with my link he is very heartwarming! He is always happy unless told no (but we all get upset when told no). He will very well communicate with me with his book. I honestly can’t wait till we get a very good relationship! I love spending time with my link he is very heartwarming! He is always happy unless told no (but we all get upset when told no). He will very well communicate with me with his book. I honestly can’t wait till we get a very good relationship!I honestly look forward to going to LINKS class. I learn something new EVERY single day…He is opening my eyes even more, making me see and think differently in the most positive way. LINKS is amazing.
I have learned a lot throughout this experience, knowing that these kids are exactly like everybody else! I love going to class everyday knowing that I am going to have a good day hanging out with my link. This experience has had a lot of impact on my life, and I’m never going to forget this! I have learned a lot throughout this experience, knowing that these kids are exactly like everybody else! I love going to class everyday knowing that I am going to have a good day hanging out with my link. This experience has had a lot of impact on my life, and I’m never going to forget this!I love this program. I feel like I’m creating a friendship with my link, I always look forward to going to that class every day, it always makes my day so much better if I am having a bad day. I have learned a lot so far, like how to get them to work and a lot of about how they like to work.
Grand Valley State University STatewide Autism Resources and Training (START) www.gvsu.edu/autismcenter Grand Valley State University STatewide Autism Resources and Training (START) www.gvsu.edu/autismcenterTasha Frigmanski: tfrigmanski@alleganaesa.orgAmy Silsbe: asilsbe@allegnaesa.org
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