This summer, TLS is offering two amazing, fun-filled enrichment camps for kids on the autism spectrum and their peers. Art and Drama camp will be held June 12-15, and will feature creative fun while writing, acting, painting, sewing, gluing and playing. Animation camp with Sondra Williams will be held July 17-27, where students will [...]
Over the years, many organizations have conducted studies to determine the impact that pets have on children with autism. In 2014, the Journal of Pediatric Nursing surveyed parents of children with autism and found that almost two thirds of the families owned a dog. Of those families, 94 percent said their child bonded with the [...]
TLS's Summer Camp plans are underway and we're excited for another great summer program! This summer's camp will run Monday through Thursday, June 19 to July 13, from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Each week, your child will explore a new theme through drama, art, music, therapy and dance: Week 1: Start Your Engines [...]
The Learning Spectrum’s p.l.a.y. program is a 7 week creative arts class for students and siblings that focuses on drama, music and art. The classes meet each Saturday from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., through February 25. The first class was January 14. The p.l.a.y. program is loosely based on Dr. Seuss stories, and uses [...]
Students at The Learning Spectrum had a chance to share their talents, create works of art, play games and support their peers at the first annual Winterfest. Winterfest was held on Friday, December 16 at Vineyard Church, 6000 Cooper Road in Westerville. The program began at 6 p.m. and was jam-packed full of lively performances [...]
On November 28, The Learning Spectrum will be offering a one-day professional development training on LAMP, Language Acquisition through Motor Planning. LAMP is an augmentative alternative communication (AAC) approach designed to give students an independent and spontaneous method of expression through a speech-generating device. The training will be provided by The Center for AAC & [...]
The Learning Spectrum has added a new member to our team! Sondra Williams will be TLS’s School/Home/Community Liaison. In her new role, Sondra will develop the curriculum for TLS camps and transition programs, and provide professional development sessions for TLS staff. As a liaison between support groups, students and families, she will establish ongoing working [...]
October is a fun-filled month at TLS! We hope you will mark your calendars and plan to join us at the following events: Trunk or Treat The TLS PTO will be hosting its very first Truck or Treat event, which will be an evening of fun activities for the whole family! Trunk or Treat [...]
By Lynne Kirby TLS, Art Specialist On Tuesday, September 20, I arrived at the Columbus Museum of Art just in time to enjoy some tasty pastries and coffee before the start of the Arts & Autism Conference: Creating, Learning, Living. It was hosted by VSA Ohio: The State Organization on Arts and Disability and the [...]
The Learning Spectrum strives to support our families and students both in and out of the school setting. We are excited to share two new support services that are being offered to our TLS families and the community. Home Visits This new program is designed for TLS students who need help balancing life between home [...]
