ATLAS HIGHLIGHTS
In Memory of Robert Taylor
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In Memory of Robert Taylor *
It is with great love that we remember our Atlas family member, Robert Taylor, our beloved Staff and Student Program Supervisor, who unexpectedly passed away on April 11, 2021 due to sudden physical complications. We will miss him deeply, as will the students. Robert was an incredibly warm, generous person and touched more lives than he knew. He was with Atlas from its inception and was everyone's rock. He prided himself on his mutual respect for and understanding of the students. In times like this, we must, as Robert would succinctly say, “overstand” each other and our grieving processes. Robert's passing has left a huge void in our hearts.
Atlas, “One Love”
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Crucial Bridge - Angels of the World
Lyrics by Crucial Bridge & Amanda Friedman
Music by Crucial Bridge, Steve "Blacka" Richards, Cliff Simpson & James Smith
Produced and arranged by G. Moses
© 2013 Crucial Bridge & G. Moses. All rights reserved.
Unauthorized copying, duplication. Sale or rental of this recording is a violation of applicable laws. -
Autism Detective Podcast: featuring Amanda Friedman
Patricia Lemer, a licensed Professional Counselor, with over 50 years experience, and the author of the best seller, Outsmarting Autism, interviews Moms, Dads, therapists, educators, and other professionals. Interviews Atlas's Founder Amanda Friedman.
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Featured on Viewpoint
Recently featured on Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid, seen as a standout figure in the field of education
As of 2024, Atlas Foundation for Autism has been featured in numerous publications and this feature is one of the many examples of how Atlas has and continues to show its support for the community
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Atlas, Al Jazeera & Sesame Street
Atlas was featured on Al Jazeera and on Sesame Street during its earlier years as a growing school for the community.
An earlier feature of the school and how it provides a place for learners of all backgrounds
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Visit us on Social Media
Our digital presence is always growing and we want to show that our school is aware of the importance that we at Atlas present ourselves online the same way we present ourselves in our everyday environment
See all the amazing moments that our students experience at a click of a button
And check out our other socials at the top and/or bottom of the page
Autism Infographics
Autism Awareness vs Acceptance
Neurodiversity is not just a conversation topic! Help build a community that welcomes Autistics into your world, into your and your children’s friendships, into your neighborhood gatherings, into your workplace, places of worship, schools and playgrounds!
1. Awareness means you know it exists
Acceptance means you connect personally
and learn more
2. Awareness means you can identify it
Acceptance means you talk to people
and gain understanding, compassion,
and sensitivity
3. Awareness means you know something is
happening
Acceptance means you offer help and
support without judgement
4. Awareness means you cope with it, deal
with it, tolerate it
Acceptance means you embrace it, grow
from it, and build relationships with people
who have it, not only those who love
someone with it!
Awareness is not enough, acceptance is
the next step towards a truly
inclusive and community driven society!
-Amanda J Friedman
Autism is characterized in many different ways and every individual presents differently.
Autism "Profiles"
are not permanent; growth and development occur even through adulthood!
Autism Does Not
affect a person's ability to feel emotions but rather the way in which it may be expressed.
Community Awareness & Acceptance
is key to bridging relationships with individuals and their families living with Autism and any other developmental differences.
Stimming (Repetitive Movements & Vocalizations)
are important coping mechanisms and should not be taken away or considered taboo - if anything help shape the stims to fit the environment or give time before stressful or intense situations to give someone some reprieve! Believe it or not, you likely are a stimmer too!