Capturing the Positive Autism Services

08/30/2020

Live August 31 4:30
Learn about The Topper!!!

08/30/2020

Live Update: Monday August 31 @4:30pm
Capturing the positive Autism Services: Design and Function of The Topper
Groups of teachers welcome!!
We are going live to introduce the Topper concept, design, and function. The Topper is a universal design for structured learning. It is evidence- based!!! Join us!!!!

1Ardelle Schmidt

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10/26/2019

This might be a game changer for people with autism!!!please consider this as teachers! Message me if you are a parent, teacher or caregiver of a person with autism. I need a few more participants for my prototype pilot!

We know that most students with autism/other diverse-learning-needs, work more effectively in a structured working environment (Hume & Odom, 2007). To help serve this population, I would like to offer you my newly developed work system-The Topper (patent pending, trade mark pending). I would like to pilot test this work system in April 2020. With your help, I will be able to advance my idea using your input and recommendations. With the Topper, you will have everything your students need to be successful in one portable, re-usable unit. It simply sets on the student's desk, lab table, work area, or testing area. It has a built-in task schedule area, in-box, out-box or done-box, technology pouch, and an area for task materials. It will fit a standard-sized desk and is easily stored.
The prototype that you will receive will come to you in cardboard form; however, the true Topper will be made of plastic with removable/adjustable work systems. The Topper package will come to you with a Social Story (Carol Gray), instructions on why it works and how it works, a data collection system, and a survey link that you would kindly complete at the end of April 2020. Just simply use it and let me know what you think. Keep the Topper as a gift and look for the true "Topper" in stores near you!
Reference:
Hume, J. & Odom S., 2007. Effects of an Individual Work System on the Independent Functioning of Students with Autism.

09/09/2019

Hello Teachers, Parents, Caregivers, and People with Autism Spectrum Disorders. I am preparing for an upcoming presentation. I'd like your help as I investigate the current needs/trends of schools and communities. Give me your ideas on the following:
1. What would general educators like to know about autism in terms of classroom interventions and social relationships?
2. What can communities do to support people with autism?

09/04/2019

Technology is one of the most effective interventions for independence, yet the most underutilized. Check out some of these useful tech devices.

08/21/2019

New school year?? PM me for a free consult=30 minutes .

08/15/2016

06/15/2016

I provide services in Minot, Sherwood, & Bottineau. My services consist of home or school consultations, assessments in behavior and initial or re evaluations in ASD, Emotional Disorders, Specific Learning Disabilities and Developmental Disabilities. I direct bill to families or work with school districts in fee for services.