January/February 2018
Greetings!
While we are all holding our collective breath waiting for those first signs of spring, there's a lot of excitement at S360.
It's basketball season and our middle school and high school teams and cheerleaders are
hoping for a great season. They sure l
ook sharp in their new uniforms.
FilmAcademy360 recently won an I
nnovation and Leadership in Special Education Award from the National Association of Private Special Education Centers (NAPSEC), and is busy planning for their Film Festival on May 11th. And, we're excited to announce that we'll host our second Spectrum360 Annual Celebration on June 14th...add the date to your calendar and click the link below in the Save the Date section to register now!
Happy reading,
Jennifer Miller
Public Information Officer / Family Liaison
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Some Things are Just Meant to Be
For Kerry Guzman, our new Director of Development, the expression "six degrees of separation" has personal meaning.
Learn more about why Kerry feels she was meant to work with Spectrum360.
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The Benefits of Knowing Another Language When You Have ASD
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Have a Picky Eater? Get Them Cooking!
A lot of people on the spectrum have limited taste palates. But engaging them in the preparation of food can help change that. CulinaryAcademy360 has had great success in broadening students' food choices.
Read about Chef Matthew's recipe for success.
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Toilet Training for Children with Special Needs
Learning to use the toilet is an important milestone in a child's development, and can be a trying period for parents. Patience, consistency and optimism is key! Academy360 Lower School behaviorist explains
our program for helping children succeed.
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A360's Music Program Focuses on Ability, Not Disability
From our Pre-K to our Young Adult Program, music is an integral part of our "360" approach. Providing students with the opportunity to successfully engage with and perform music has carry-over benefits to other areas. Plus, it's fun!
Read about our program.
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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.
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
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60 South Jefferson Road, Suite 7
Whippany, NJ 07981
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