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Autism: Year 10 in Review - 2011 was a good year. Connor, now ten and a half years old, is becoming quite the accomplished young gentleman. He attended fifth grade in a general ed cla...
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2 Years of High School versus 4? - I am a huge news watcher and was suprised to see a news report on ABC that some schools out west are considering graduating 10th graders from high school....
About Me
- Sue
- I am a special education teacher and autism teaching and learning coach, working in mainstream and special education settings in the Hume Region in Victoria Australia. I am passionate about providing all children with the opportunity to lead enviable lives. My goal is to share what ever I know about evidence based, best practice strategies and resources that promote positive and inclusive school environments. I'd really like to read your thoughts too so feel free to leave a comment when you visit.
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