Faces of Autism

This is a place to talk about autism and the impact that it has on our lives. I am mostly interested in making legislative changes to enchance the education of our children.

Thursday, March 1, 2012

Parents Use Hidden Camera To Capture Abuse Of Autistic Son « CBS Dallas / Fort Worth

Parents Use Hidden Camera To Capture Abuse Of Autistic Son « CBS Dallas / Fort Worth

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, Lee's Summit R-7, restraint, seclusion, Special Education Advisory Panel, Stephen Barr

Wednesday, February 29, 2012

EXCLUSIVE STORY: Family accuses bus driver of assaulting autistic son

EXCLUSIVE STORY: Family accuses bus driver of assaulting autistic son

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, Lee's Summit R-7, restraint, seclusion, Special Education Advisory Panel, Stephen Barr

Mom says teacher sent her 10-year-old autistic son into cardboard box - NY Daily News#commentpostform

Mom says teacher sent her 10-year-old autistic son into cardboard box - NY Daily News#commentpostform

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, Lee's Summit R-7, restraint, seclusion, Special Education Advisory Panel, Stephen Barr

Tuesday, February 28, 2012

House ESEA Bills Would Damage Some Students' Access to Diplomas - On Special Education - Education Week

House ESEA Bills Would Damage Some Students' Access to Diplomas - On Special Education - Education Week

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, Lee's Summit R-7, restraint, seclusion, Special Education Advisory Panel, Stephen Barr

Letterman, Stern Help Man With Asperger's Socialize - Disability Scoop

Letterman, Stern Help Man With Asperger's Socialize - Disability Scoop

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, Lee's Summit R-7, restraint, seclusion, Special Education Advisory Panel, Stephen Barr

Autism: It's In The Eyes - Disability Scoop

Autism: It's In The Eyes - Disability Scoop

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, Lee's Summit R-7, restraint, seclusion, Special Education Advisory Panel, Stephen Barr

Adults With Disabilities More Likely To Be Victimized - Disability Scoop

Adults With Disabilities More Likely To Be Victimized - Disability Scoop

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, Lee's Summit R-7, restraint, seclusion, Special Education Advisory Panel, Stephen Barr

Monday, February 27, 2012

Possible DSM Changes Spark Controversy | Psych Central News

Possible DSM Changes Spark Controversy Psych Central News

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, Lee's Summit R-7, restraint, seclusion, Special Education Advisory Panel, Stephen Barr

Top Five Reasons You Should Never Piss Off an Autism Mom « Laughing Through Tears

Top Five Reasons You Should Never Piss Off an Autism Mom « Laughing Through Tears

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, Lee's Summit R-7, restraint, seclusion, Special Education Advisory Panel, Stephen Barr

Sunday, February 26, 2012

Part Two: Ten Commandments of Parents with Kids on the Autism Spectrum

Part Two: Ten Commandments of Parents with Kids on the Autism Spectrum

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, Lee's Summit R-7, restraint, seclusion, Special Education Advisory Panel, Stephen Barr

Teen tied and shocked for hours; mom calls it "torture"

Teen tied and shocked for hours; mom calls it "torture"

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, Lee's Summit R-7, restraint, seclusion, Special Education Advisory Panel, Stephen Barr

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