Main Category: Stories
Making Connections in Gersh Academy’s Social Clubs
Check out the Gersh Academy Social Clubs, where students connect virtually around social and learning activities, giving them the opportunity to practice vital social skills and enjoy activities with friends and peers. Read more »
Changing the Landscape of Special Education Across the US
Explore how Gersh Academy has been leading the charge towards a more successful teaching model for individuals on the autism spectrum. Read more »
Should I Send My Child to a Special Education School?
Kevin Gersh authors an article featured in Autism Parenting Magazine that explores the many benefits of sending children to a specialized school for autism, and how it can differ from other environments. Read more »
The Important Relationships Between Animals and Students on the Spectrum
It’s a well-known fact that having a pet, or spending time with an animal, can have numerous benefits on a person’s mental and physical well-being. Explore how animals benefit individuals on the spectrum specifically. Read more »
How to Support Your Child During Distance Learning and COVID-19
As this pandemic continues, as a parent, you likely feel like you’re on an island with your child. Here are some tips from our teachers on how best to support your child during this time. Read more »
How to Support Social Emotional Needs of Your Children and Yourself
Learn how to tune in to the social and emotional needs of our children and ourselves, and come out of this with strong bonds and enhanced resilience. Read more »
Why Virtual Learning Might Benefit Your Child on the Autism Spectrum
Learn how teachers and parents have been reporting higher engagement and success in online learning than they previously thought. Read more »
How to Combat Possible Covid-19 Learning Regression
Learn how you can combat COVID-19 related learning regression while still having plenty of time to do what you still need to do. Read more »
Distance Learning at Gersh
Distance learning is a hit at Gersh Academy! Check out some of the great moments here. Read more »
Autism is … [VIDEO]
Hear from our staff, students, and families about the many ways in which autism has touched our lives and made us into the people we are today. Read more »
Gersh in the NYC Marathon
Gersh Academy had the honor of being represented in the NYC Marathon by marathon runner, Christopher Arocho. Read more »