October 2017
Greetings!

You will notice a change in our e-newsletter format.  With over 75% of our readers viewing it on mobile devices, we've switched to a format that is tablet and smart phone friendly.  Hope we've made it easier for you to connect with us while on the go!

Happy reading,

Jennifer Miller
Public Information Officer / Parent Liaison

Development Corner

Join Us at the 2017 Hall of Fame Dinner!

Each year the Spectrum360 community gathers to celebrate a Corporate Honoree and a Humanitarian Honoree who have been instrumental in helping us meet our goal of offering "Options Across a Lifetime."  We hope you will put your dancing shoes on and join the party honoring this year's worthy honorees! Learn more here...

Research Roundup


A new study has found that short bursts of intensive exercise boosts children's brain power and has benefits for children with learning difficulties or conditions such as autism. Click here to read the full article.

Perspective

Making the Transition from 
Student to the Adult World

Moving from childhood to adulthood is a rite of passage that can bring anxiety to any individual and their family.  Change is never easy.  But for individuals with ASD and related disabilities, it can be a real challenge.  Check out our blog post with some tips on how to make this change as smooth as possible.

Save the Date!

10/25/17 FREE Spectrum of Options Seminar:
11/15/17
                       
Content

Welcome to the New School Year

Starting a new school year is exciting, and this year was no exception.  Check out our gallery of happy, shining faces who started the school year ready to learn!

Program Profile


The First Special Education 
Girl Scout Troop in NJ!

Did you know that Academy360 has had a Girl Scout Troop for 27 years?  We are so proud of all that our scouts have accomplished.  Read about how the troop got started and all that it does..

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
& 
60 South Jefferson Road, Suite 7
Whippany, NJ 07981
973.509.3050 ext. 437

 

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