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Grand Opening of Our New Location
Tomorrow, we will be holding the grand opening of our new facility! These last few [...]
14-Year Anniversary
This September will mark 14 years since my son was diagnosed with autism. Fourteen years [...]
Happy Belated Birthday
I cannot remember the last time I wrote a blog. To be honest, I can’t [...]
Trouble with Transitions: tips for setting your child up for success!
Transitions – changing task, going from one place to another – can be hard for [...]
May
March break and ASD!
Sun? Grass? Snow pants are optional? Spring may not exactly be here just yet, but [...]
Mar
The Lighthouse 2nd Annual Bingo Bowl
The tickets are selling out for the event and donations are beyond what we could [...]
Feb
Socializing on the Spectrum
For many children, being social is a natural part of their day. Going to school, [...]
Feb
Advice you SHOULD listen to
Every child, typically developing, and with autism drive their parents crazy sometimes. And as an [...]
Feb
Respite Care and Therapy….What’s the Big Difference?
Respite care truly is a blessing. It provides temporary care of the dependent elderly, an [...]
Jan
The Dream Team
There are many reasons I am thankful that I work at The Lighthouse. I love [...]
Dec
Never Stop Learning, because Life Never Stopes Teaching
Last week a few of us ventured downtown Toronto to the Metro Convention Centre to [...]
Dec
Incidental Teaching
Incidental teaching is an important part of learning for all children, including children with ASD. [...]
Rigidity and Inflexibility at School
When one is cognitively flexible, a typical day of school may include transitioning with ease [...]
A Whole New World: The Change from Public to Private School Teacher
“Be willing to be a beginner every day.” – Meister Eckhart Two years ago I [...]
Back to School in the Junior Room!
September has begun and it’s full speed ahead for the Junior Class! The first week [...]
Functional Communication
For all of human kind, communication is vital! Whether it is in a classroom, a [...]
The Year at a Glance
I cannot believe that there is just over a month of school left! I am [...]
Get up and Get out! Taking Learning Outside.
When it comes to learning, the content of what we learn is usually emphasized. However, [...]
Non-contingent Reinforcement
When starting a new behaviour protocol for their child, autism parents have always been told [...]
The Importance of ABA in Schools
Applied Behavioural Analysis. ABA. It’s a sticky word. What is it really? It falls under [...]
Autism Therapy Funding and How it Affects YOU
Unless you live in a bubble you know that recently the Ministry of Child and [...]
Benefits of Inclusive Camps for Children Without Disabilities
Earlier this year, one of my fellow colleagues wrote a blog post about The Joy [...]
The Importance of ABC Data
I think everyone in the autism community can agree that one of the first thing [...]
Social Events and Autism
Growing up as a child, I recall many social excursions with my family. Activities such [...]
Autism Doesn’t End At 5
Over the past week, Autism intervention has been a hot topic of discussion in the [...]
People First Language
“Remember: a disability descriptor is simply a medical diagnosis; People First Language respectfully puts the [...]
The Importance of Taking Breaks
There is a mountain of snow outside today! Some of you are at work, some [...]
ADHD and Medication
My son has severe ADHD, and yes he is on medication. I am going to [...]
Learning is Fun!
I love teaching because I have the power to make learning fun. I can be [...]
Dating and Autism
Most parents probably cringe at the thought of their babies growing up and entering the [...]
Everyone Should Have Summer Fun!
When Daniel was first diagnosed with autism I had no idea what that meant, I [...]
Eating Habits in Children with Autism
As I approach my third trimester in my pregnancy, I begin to think about my [...]
What to Expect at a Lighthouse Camp
When it comes to finding a suitable camp for children with Autism, it can become [...]
The JOY of Inclusion Camping
Camping. Inclusion. Two of my very favourite worlds have collided. I am thankful to say [...]
A Super Detective!
As we enter into 2016, the Junior class will begin diving deeper into SuperFlex: A [...]
A World Full of Changes
Everyday we wake up, brush our teeth, get dressed, eat breakfast, and begin our busy [...]
Learning
I have always loved learning new things about my environment, the people around me and [...]
Technology in the Classroom
Gone are the days of parchment and clay, we live in a world filled with [...]
Literacy and Children with Autism
The world of literacy for children can be filled with endless possibilities when learning how [...]
Promoting Autism Acceptance
The words “autism” and “acceptance” are both very powerful words. When we read them independent [...]
The Importance of an Individualized Education Plan
Within the world of education, I have come across a variety of students filled with [...]
The Back to School Lunch Box For A Child With Autism
Confession: I’m a Pinterest addict. I could waste hours of my time pinning everything I [...]
Yes, someone always has it worse….BUT
When Daniel was first diagnosed with Autism I wasn’t sure what to do what that [...]
Knowledge is Power
The Lighthouse Learning and Development Centre understands that not all children who have an Autism [...]
Is ignorance really bliss?
Starting a new venture is hard, very hard in fact. You place all of your [...]
Non-Profit vs For-Profit …. our thoughts
“Start with good people, lay out the rules, communicate with your employees, motivate them and [...]
Join us at the Lighthouse Open House – Saturday, May 9
This weekend was a busy one, preparing to open our doors to parents, children and [...]
Lighthouse on NEWSTALK 1010 – April 25th, 2015
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Lighthouse on NEWSTALK 1010 – April 15th, 2015
Visit Newstalk 1010 here I had the pleasure on Wednesday night of going down to [...]
Parallel Play with children who have Autism
That’s right, I have a black eye! It happened last night while playing with [...]
What are we but our stories?
Being a mother of a child with Autism I have a lot of stories. Some [...]