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Spectrum360 Business Office
414 Eagle Rock Ave., Suite 200B
W. Orange, NJ 07052
Phone: 973.509.3050 
                    Press #5
Fax: 973.509.0185

Academy360
Lower School
One Sunset Avenue
Verona, NJ 07044
Phone: 973.509.3050
                    Press #1
Fax: 973.509.3060

Academy360
Upper School
6 Regent Street
Livingston, NJ 07039
Phone: 973.509.3050
                    Press #2
Fax: 973.740.2021

Independence360
60 South Jefferson Road, Suite 7
Whippany, NJ 07981
Phone: 973.509.3050
                   Press # 3

FilmAcademy360
6 Regent Street
Livingston, NJ 07039
973.509.3050 ext. 414

CulinaryAcademy360
6 Regent Street
Livingston, NJ 07039
& 
60 South Jefferson Road, Suite 7
Whippany, NJ 07981
973.509.3050 ext. 437
August 2017
Greetings!

I hope your summer is going swimmingly!  Here at Spectrum360, July's A360 Extended School Year (ESY) and I360's regular programming kept everyone busy with lots of fun activities.  

Enjoy the month of August and stay cool.  We look forward to seeing everyone in September.  Happy reading!

Jennifer Miller
Public Information Officer / Parent Liaison 
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Golfing for Good

This October is our 7th Annual Fore the Kids Golf Tournament.  A fun day on the links and the chance to help us further our mission by raising funds for programs and services.   Read about the details and consider joining us for a great day of doing good.
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Challenges for Girls 
with ASD

There's a growing body of research about how ASD may affect females differently than males. While girls with ADS generally have better social and communications skills, this recent study finds that they  may face greater challenges with real world planning, organization and other daily living skills.  Learn more...
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Extended School Year Program Fun!

Our Extended School Year Program helps to keep students on track during July, but it is also a time for lots of fun, exploration and new experiences. Take a look at our ESY photo gallery!

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Ask the BCBA: Tips for Enjoying the Summer Break

While most of us look forward to a break in the school routine, for folks with Autism Spectrum Disorder lack of consistency can be difficult.  Here are some tips for planning a fun and relaxing August.

Program Profile

CulinaryAcademy360

Open to adults and students 14 and older with ASD and related disabilities CulinaryAcademy360 offers after school, evening and weekend options for those in the general community and at Spectrum360. Learn more about CulinaryAcademy360's cooking-from-scratch program options designed for the hobbyist as well as those exploring a career in food service. And be sure to check out CA360's foodie blog posts, In the CulinaryAcademy360 Kitchen  for great recipes and "how to" videos!
Spectrum360 serves children, adolescents, young adults and adults on the autism spectrum and with behavioral and related disabilities. Spectrum360 and its programs are recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.



Academy360
schools are approved NJ State Board of Education Private Schools for the disabled, providing Preschool, Autism and Behaviorally Disabled programs. We serve students, ages 3-21, with schools in Verona and Livingston, NJ. Academy360 schools have provided special education services for over 50 years.


Independence360
is a comprehensive program developing vocational, life and social skills and personal development for adults with autism and related disabilities. Independence360 is approved by the NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities and Medicaid as a Day Habilitation Program and by NJ DVRS to provide Job Coaching Services.


FilmAcademy360
is a unique, practical and hands-on education program designed to help a diverse group of learners ages 14+ develop creative and technical skills in filmmaking, video editing, production and publishing. Programs are available after school, on weekends and in the summer months.


CulinaryAcademy360
is an after school and adult enrichment programs for students 14+, teaching culinary skills for independence and exploration of culinary arts as a vocation. Beginner level classes for cooking basics, and Intermediate level classes for vocational exploration are available.