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Gillen Brewer Hosts First Webinar in New Series on College Programs for Neurodiverse Students
Two weeks ago, the Gillen Brewer community came together for an illuminating and encouraging webinar, which was open to the public, focused on college programs designed to support students with autism. Moderated by Gillen Brewer’s Director of Middle School & Enrollment, Amy Salomon, the panel featured three professionals from college-based autism support programs: Adelphi’s Bridges…
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Life After EI Webinar with Sarah Birnbaum
Sarah Birnbaum, of New York Special Needs Support, is hosting a Life After EI Webinar in collaboration with Gillen Brewer on Tuesday, February 3rd from 6:30 – 8:30 PM. In this free webinar, you will learn how to… Click Here to Register
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Gillen Brewer Students on IndyKids Voices Podcast
Earlier this year, the Griffins and the Middle School class began preparing for this podcast episode with IndyKids Voices by exploring what makes a great interview, how podcasts are produced, and how to use professional podcasting equipment like microphones and headphones. The students developed their own thoughtful interview questions and had the opportunity to ask…
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Superhero Coffee Morning with Cafe Joyeux
Enjoy custom made beverages and French pastries prepared by baristas from Café Joyeux and help us reach our Superhero Day/ Giving Tuesday goal of raising $15,000!
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GBS Neurodiversity Comic Con in the News!
Gillen Brewer’s Neurodiversity Comic Con event in November received some exciting press!
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Through Amy’s Eyes: What to Expect When You Don’t Know What to Expect
Most parents feel a certain sense of anxiety around shepherding their child through puberty; maybe that’s because we all have our own memories of how awkward and confusing that time was for ourselves.
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Through Amy’s Eyes: Middle School Challenges & Rewards
Let’s face it, middle school isn’t easy. If you have ever said, “I wish I could return to middle school,” please email me.
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Through Amy’s Eyes: It’s A Family Affair
“What if Jessie never says ‘Jacob, I love you?’” my sweet, little boy cried out after knocking books off his bookshelf. His wailing for the next hour made my heart hurt.
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Through Amy’s Eyes: The Power of Social Stories
Jessie and my father, “Papa Mike,” lived for each other. On days when she knew he would be visiting, Jessie sat by the window for hours until his car pulled up.