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Meeting Dr. Grandin
Many BBLC staff members attended the Exceptional Chidren's Conference where Dr. Temple Grandin, the keynote speaker . . .
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NAO Robots in the Classroom
To really motivate a student, “identify an activity they would walk over water to participate in,” BBLC Principal Sandy Giardino advised while appearing as a guest on an ESCNJ Better Together podcast.“Hands down, integrating NAO Robots in our classrooms at BBLC is engaging students in a way we have never seen,” she said
Through the program students are broadening their ability to work with new technologies, and learning valuable computer coding skills, an in demand workplace competency.
"The initiative is also helping improve behavior, and student's are recognizing the value of peer to peer collaboration," said Mrs. Giardino.
Also appearing on Better Together, hosted by Coordinator of Communications David Sandler, were: Dr. Scott Taylor, a member of the ESCNJ Board of Director’s Executive Committee and Superintendent of the Highland Park School District; Mr. Gary Molenaar, ESCNJ’s Assistant Superintendent; NuView Academy Teacher Laura Cagle, and Future Foundations Academy Teacher Naomi Glassman.
The Better Together podcast can be heard by visiting: http://cdnmedia1.teachertube.com/
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Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act Self-Determination Grade
Effective September 1, 2013, each school in the Educational Services Commission of New Jersey will have an Anti-Bullying Specialist and a School Climate Team to assist the school in the successful execution of the ESCNJ's harassment, intimidation, and bullying policy. The Anti-Bullying Specialist and the School Climate Team work to ensure a safe learning environment within the school setting and to foster a positive school climate.
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Association for Science in Autism Treatment
The Association for Science in Autism Treatment promotes safe, effective, science-based treatments for people with autism by disseminating accurate, scientifically sound information about autism.
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Autism New Jersey
Autism New Jersey is a nonprofit agency committed to ensuring safe and fulfilling lives for individuals with autism, their families, and the professionals who support them.
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Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities
Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities - RWJ Rutgers Medical School New Jersey's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, Education, Research and Service.
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Children’s Specialized Hospital
Children’s Specialized Hospital is the nation’s leading provider of inpatient and outpatient care for children from birth to 21 years of age facing special health challenges.
