FSU Center for Autism and Related Disabilities

*Posting on behalf of FDLRS Miccosukee*

📢 Free Developmental Screenings (6 months–5 years)
🗓 July 23 | ⏰ 10 AM–3 PM ET
📍 Wakulla Community Center, Crawfordville
✅ Vision, hearing, motor, cognitive, behavior & communication

📲 Register: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/szaiUhY7Rg
❓ 850-561-6545 | [email protected]

Calling all families and caregivers of young children with autism. Check out this free webinar from our colleagues at Autism Navigator. This webinar is for families of children 1 to 8 years of age who are concerned about their child's social communication development, challenging behavior, or possible autism, or anyone interested in learning more about autism. Be sure to request your FREE code to the How-To Guide course after attending the webinar.

Scan the QR code or click here to learn more and register: https://autismnavigator.com/masterclass-autism-navigator-how-to-guide-for-families/

*Posting on behalf of ASD Drive Ready*

Panhandle families — we’re coming back in June!

ASD Drive Ready will be back in the Panhandle for evaluations and continuing training on:
📍 Tallahassee — June 10 and June 24
📍 Panama City — June 11 and June 25
📍 Pensacola — June 12 and June 26

If you’ve been thinking about getting started, now is a great time to schedule a driver readiness evaluation. If you’ve already completed an evaluation and are ready for more training, we’d love to see you again.

Our goal is simple: help neurodiverse learners build confidence, reduce anxiety, and develop the foundational skills they need before getting behind the wheel.

Need help getting started? Email us at [email protected]
Need a discount? Contact FSU CARD to see if you may be eligible.

Appointments are limited, so sign up now!
www.asddriveready.com

📢 New Autism Training Law for Florida Educators

Starting July 1, 2026, Florida teachers and administrators must complete annual autism-specific training. The goal is to strengthen support for students with autism through practical classroom strategies—while highlighting the need for continued resources and support statewide.

💙 A step forward for students, families, and schools.

Click the link to learn more: https://fox49.tv/news/local/new-florida-law-raises-questions-about-autism-support-within-school-districts

New Florida Law raises questions about autism support within school districts Tallahassee, Fla. -- Florida teachers and school administrators will soon be required to complete autism-specific training each year under a new law supporters

*Posting on behalf of the Florida Developmental Disabilities Council*

Do you feel like you're battling a system that doesn’t understand or is in opposition to your needs? Partners in Policymaking is an advocacy and leadership training program for parents and people with developmental disabilities that can give you the tools you need to become the advocate you are meant to be!

The application for the 2026-27 Partners in Policymaking class is open until June 30, so don't delay!

More info and the application can be found at: https://www.fddc.org/partners-in-policymaking/.

Join us every Wednesday, June 3–Sept 30 at Governor’s Square Mall for a fun and active walk! 🚶‍♂️

Each week includes a fitness or social skills mini lesson, conversation practice, and a 30-minute walk. Bring a filled water bottle! 💧

Open to adults (18+) registered with FSU CARD.

Scan the QR code or click the link to register: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/4f04cf3e3fe84d4eb00c36221275b5b3

We are working with FSU to fix our phone lines. We apologize for the inconvenience. Please email us if you need to reach us while our phones are down: [email protected].

🌟 Young adults with autism (18–28): Join us to build social skills, practice real life interactions, and connect with peers! Open to those registered with FSU CARD. 💬💙

All three of our offices will be closed today in observance of Memorial Day. Our offices will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26th.

Thank you to all of our military who served, are serving, and will serve, especially those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. 🇺🇸