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The STEPS Academy STEPS Academy offers individualized educational programs for children & young adults from age 3-22. Guiding Principles of STEPS

(1) Honoring the child.

We focus on a person- centered philosophy. Our therapists take time to develop a meaningful relationship with each child; it is our belief that in order to teach a child, we need to understand the child as whole. This includes addressing the unique sensory, emotional and communication needs of each child. (2) Believing in the potential of each child that we service: At STEPS we presume the competence of each child, and realize that intellect is not measured by the ability to verbally communicate. (3) Recognizing the importance of creating a positive atmosphere. We understand that creating a positive atmosphere promotes success and achievement in the children that we service. (4) Recognizing the value of using research-based teaching methods, as well as collecting and analyzing data in order to determine effectiveness of methods we use. We believe that this can successfully be combined with a humanistic person-centered approach in how we view and understand the children that we service. (5) Understanding that the children that we service need to be taught, not changed. We honor the individual differences that each child brings. (6) Educating the community on autism. It is our goal to educate the community on autism on autism so the individuals that we service can successfully participate in community activities outside of STEPS. It is our belief that if more people understood autism, they would be more likely to recognize and accept our mutual differences and similarities. (7) Interest based curriculum: STEPS academic curriculum is inspired by each child's unique interest, and is individualized to meet their needs. We challenge our students to grow academically by continually exposing them to age-appropriate curriculum.

📸 Picture Day is coming to STEPS Academy on Wednesday, October 14th! Get those smiles ready! 😁Your student’s photo will ...
10/06/2026

📸 Picture Day is coming to STEPS Academy on Wednesday, October 14th! Get those smiles ready! 😁

Your student’s photo will be emailed within minutes to the parent email address(es) we have on file. View photos, order prints, and pay online—all from that email!

📦 Prints ship within 24–48 hours of ordering, with FREE shipping during the first week after Picture Day!

Happy Labor Day from STEPS Academy! 🇺🇸✨ Today, we celebrate our amazing students, families, teachers, and staff. Enjoy a...
09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from STEPS Academy! 🇺🇸✨ Today, we celebrate our amazing students, families, teachers, and staff. Enjoy a well-deserved break—we can’t wait to see you tomorrow! 💙📚

09/04/2026
End of August means it's time to celebrate our August Anniversaries!! 🎉🎉We are so grateful for the dedication, compassio...
08/31/2026

End of August means it's time to celebrate our August Anniversaries!! 🎉🎉

We are so grateful for the dedication, compassion, and hard work our incredible teachers, therapists, and clinical staff bring to our students and school community each day. STEPS wouldn’t be the same without each and every one of you!

Help us celebrate our August anniversaries by leaving congratulations in the comment below!! 💬🌟

📣 STEPS Academy Families — Parent Trainings & Support are back for the 2026–2027 school year! 💙Join us throughout the ye...
08/26/2026

📣 STEPS Academy Families — Parent Trainings & Support are back for the 2026–2027 school year! 💙

Join us throughout the year for engaging training sessions and parent support groups, including behavioral supports and development standards. Details to come via email 📧

Have ideas for future topics? We'd love to hear them! Drop a comment below ⬇️ or reach out directly to Mandy Turk at [email protected] 🌟

This past weekend, we were excited to help sponsor Connecting for Kids Embrace the Pace Inclusive 5K for the second year...
08/24/2026

This past weekend, we were excited to help sponsor Connecting for Kids Embrace the Pace Inclusive 5K for the second year in a row!! 🏃🌟

It was great to meet so many wonderful new people and learn more about resources in our community for our students and families.

A special shoutout to our principal, Tony Liber, and his family for placing in the top 3 in their age bracket!! 🎉🎉 Way to go!

We’re grateful to be part of such an inclusive and supportive community! 💙

And just like that… we’re back! 🎒✨New year, new smiles, new memories in the making. Welcome back, everyone! 📚💙
08/20/2026

And just like that… we’re back! 🎒✨

New year, new smiles, new memories in the making. Welcome back, everyone! 📚💙

Come join us at The Embrace the Pace Inclusive 5k with Connecting for Kids!! 🏃‍♀️🏃There will be food, activities, and re...
08/17/2026

Come join us at The Embrace the Pace Inclusive 5k with Connecting for Kids!! 🏃‍♀️🏃

There will be food, activities, and resource tables for families. We are looking forward to seeing you there!!

Register for Embrace the Pace, an inclusive 5K, one-mile run/walk/roll and kids’ race in Independence, Ohio, benefiting Connecting for Kids.

📚✏️ Mark your calendars! The 2026–2027 school year is right around the corner!Save this calendar snapshot for important ...
08/17/2026

📚✏️ Mark your calendars! The 2026–2027 school year is right around the corner!

Save this calendar snapshot for important dates, including school closures, PD days, conferences, and holiday breaks! 🍎📅

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4040 Tamarack Drive
Parma, OH
44134

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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+14405721337

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