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Saturday, June 30, 2012

Watch: Video Shows Bullies Attacking Autistic Girl

Profile Picture   Weed out hate: Sow the Seeds of Peace. Stopping Bullying; Planting Respect in Children throughout the World

A groups of bullies attacked 13-year-old autistic Kayleigh, kicking her, hitting her, and pulling her hair:

Kayleigh's mother reposted the video to Facebook:
The video has now been shared 70,000 times in a matter of days, with the community rallying around the victim's family.

Police in the West Flanders town of Roeselare are now investigating the attack, and the bullies now risk expulsion from their school, where the victim also goes.

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Resources about Stopping and Speaking Up against Bullying:


   IAN Research Report: Bullying and Children with ASD

It has been suggested that children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are especially vulnerable to bullying.  Connie Anderson, Ph.D., IAN Community Scientific Liaison - Kennedy Krieger Institute


Blogger Matt Langdon argues that we should promote "pro-hero" schools rather than "anti-bullying" schools to send a more positive message. What do you think?

"A hero is someone who takes action for the good of others despite a risk or sacrifice. That is, when a hero sees something they know to be wrong, they do something about it."




The NO BULL Teen Video Awards - The Great American NO BULL Challenge announced the fifteen finalists of their bullying prevention video competition: First Place Winners receives: a 3 episode video production $10,000  deal, a trip to the Sundance Film Festival in 2013 ($5,000 max value), where their film will be submitted as a Short Film Documentary , and much more!  Eight NO BULL Winners will be announced “live” at the Teen Video Awards in San Francisco on July 21, 2012 during this star-studded evening! 
Promoting awareness, courage and equality using social media and filmmaking.- Shawn Edgington, Campaign Founder.
The Great American NO BULL Challenge 2012  Design Credit: Jordan Harris

stopbullying.govStopBullying.gov

Bullying can happen anywhere and to anyone. Get the information that you need to help stop bullying at school, online, and in the community. For more information ...
Department of Justice Examines Impact of Bullying in Schools

STATE POLICIES & LAWS  www.stopbullying.gov

  Stop Bullying Now! Strategies for reducing bullying and harm

“We must be the change we wish to see in the world” - Mahatma Gandhi As a culture, we are focusing new attention on bullying. According to world-wide research ...
There is little need to describe the impact of mean actions by peers. Youth who mistreat others frequently are more likely to become aggressive adults and to have criminal records in adulthood. Mistreated young people may grow up with diminished self-confidence and a sense of isolation and helplessness. Youth who witness mean behavior repeatedly are also affected.
stopbullyingnow.com

Henry’s feelings are hurt when his classmates leave him out, ruin his artwork and call him names. Thanks to Selena, who quietly alerts the teacher, the bullying behavior is stopped. The classroom is reminded that everyone deserves respect.
  Kids | StopBullying.gov

Find facts, webisodes, and quizzes about bullying for kids. Visit StopBullying.gov for more information.
Bullying can affect you in many ways. You may lose sleep or feel sick. You may want to skip school. You may even be thinking about suicide. If you are feeling hopeless or helpless or know someone that is, please call the LIFELINE at 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

See videos about recogizing and taking action against bullying.
Yes… That's Bullying | 1:16
The Playground is For Everyone | 1:04
Stand Up Against Bullying In Indian Country | 1:25
What is Bullying (ED, Bullying Summit) | 4:14
www.stopbullying.gov/kids

Blake Hartlen (left), 12, spars with boxer Mike McWilliams at an assembly during an anti-bullying presentation at A.R. Kaufman school in Kitchener on Thursday.   Students learn to box to stop bullying 
A visitor to A.R. Kaufman Public School took an unconventional approach to teaching kids to channel their energy into something other than bullying. The kids were taught how to punch.  [Bullying Blake Hartlen (left), 12, spars with boxer Mike McWilliams at an assembly during an anti-bullying presentation at A.R. Kaufman school in Kitchener on Thursday. Peter Lee/Record staff]


    Stop Bullying - ThinkQuest
Bullying occurs in every country around the globe when kids aren't tolerant of each other. It is a universal problem faced by kids of every age.
library.thinkquest.org/07aug/00117/bullying.html

eHow Logo   Stop Bullying - How To Information | eHow.com

Don't just sit there scratching your head, find useful info on Stop Bullying on eHow. Get essential tips and learn more about everything from How to Help 8th Graders Stop Bullying to the Differnces Between Child and Teenage Bullying
www.ehow.com/stop-bullying

  Stop Bullying: Speak Up | Find Out How to Prevent Bullying ...

Just by speaking up about it, you can stop bullying in its tracks! Visit Cartoon Network to find out how to prevent bullying.
www.cartoonnetwork.com/promos/stopbullying/index.html


America's bullying crisis   Stop Bullying: Speak Up - CNN.com 
www.cnn.com/SPECIALS/2011/bullying

 eHow Logo  How to Stop Bullying with a Website | eHow.com

In 2010, 52 percent of students reported seeing bullying at least once a week, according to the National Crime Prevention Council. If you are a target of a bully, you ...
www.ehow.com/how_6394818_stop-bullying-website.html

   Stop Bullying Now | A New Perspective that Brings Healing

Stop Bullying Thru Right Thinking is a breakthrough for parents and children about how heal from the effects of bullying and stop bullying now.
The Secret of the Lake by Brie Liberty offers the reader new and helpful ideas on how bullying deeply affects the one being bullied, while also offering a meaningful look into the nature of the bully himself.
stopbullyingthrurightthinking.com

Profile Picture   Stop Bullying: Speak Up | Facebook

The Stop Bullying: Speak Up campaign seeks to raise awareness of the simple, yet powerful actions that parents, kids, and educators can take to prevent bullying.
www.facebook.com/stopbullyingspeakup





Assistive Technology on Pinterest and much more!


"Life on the Autism Spectrum can be ENJOYable."


Pin 'EnjoyHi5Autism' on Pinterest!



Inspirational Video about children with Autism using a variety of assistive technology to communicate.
Inspirational Video about children with Autism using a variety of assistive technology to communicate.

An effective tool that helps students focus by capturing their attention with color and is used to teach how to highlight. Colors can help students with visual learning disabilities like Irlen Syndrome, Dyslexia or Autism or poor concentration to focus so they can succeed! Available in multiple colors.
An effective tool that helps students focus by capturing their attention with color and is used to teach how to highlight. Colors can help students with visual learning disabilities like Irlen Syndrome, Dyslexia or Autism or poor concentration to focus so they can succeed! Available in multiple colors.
Lee Products - EducationTape


Video of a child using the PODD system. Similar to PECS, this can be extremely helpful for children with communication disorders or Autism.
Video of a child using the PODD system. Similar to PECS, this can be extremely helpful for children with communication disorders or Autism.





Timers can assist students with Autism who have a need for schedules. This is a very visual way for them to know how much time they have left for a specific activity.

Timers can assist students with Autism who have a need for schedules. This is a very visual way for them to know how much time they have left for a specific activity. Mayer-Johnson -Audible Timer



This video details several simple forms of AT that can be used in the classroom for students who have been diagnosed with ASD.
This video details several simple forms of AT that can be used in the classroom for students who have been diagnosed with ASD by  CassieWasHere1




The First-Then application allows students to have a visual schedule on a mobile device. Allows you to use stock photos or upload your own. This would be very helpful for students to use both at home and at school.
The First-Then application allows students to have a visual schedule on a mobile device. Allows you to use stock photos or upload your own. This would be very helpful for students to use both at home and at school.

for more AT recommendations on Pinterest by Lauren Michelle, go to 

Pinterest - Assistive Technology


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*Hi5! Numerous factors point to the relevance of individuals with Autism. One vital aspect is how, what, why, when, where and how often we spend money or cause money to be spent. People living on the Autism Spectrum and their families, friends, groups, clubs, organizations, independent businesses, supporters and advocates are ALL consumers. We can be quite focused. We can advocate until laws are changed. We are experts at raising awareness. We can be a marketers dream target group or a P.R. nightmare! Many are beginning to realize the positive economic impact of individ... more »


talkaboutautism: .@eurekamuseum launch Extra Pair of Hands - A free, bookable service for the families of disabled children http://t.co/c7cMcJXZ Twitter / talkaboutautism 

a Children’s Book Giveaway!

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Having found through their research that there were not a lot of children’s books depicting people with disabilities in a variety of occupations, the authors set out to add to the list of such books themselves. In *Dr. Vermeij’s Conch Quest*, the reader is entertained by beautiful pictures and descriptions of molluscs through the eyes of Dr. Vermeij, a successful scientist and scholar who also happens to have been blind since childhood. This wonderful book engages young readers in the exciting world of marine science and opens up occupational possibilities for children as they beg... more »

talkaboutautism: Listen to the entire Q & A with Temple Grandin at the @AmbitiousAutism event last week: http://t.co/Ththmz8o

talkaboutautism: Listen to the entire Q & A with Temple Grandin at the @AmbitiousAutism event last week: http://t.co/Ththmz8o

Keeping Your Marriage Strong while raising a special-needs child

EnjoyHi5!Autism at EnjoyHi5!Autism 
[image: Happy Families] Your child has been diagnosed, and you are faced with the reality that your son or daughter has a developmental delay. The news can be crushing, and sometimes devastating to a marriage. What often drives couples apart are the different coping strategies adopted by each partner. http://special-needs.families.com/blog/keepingyourmarriagestrongwhileraisi# "Life on the Autism Spectrum can be ENJOYable."

Pettinicchio reviews Pelka, "An Oral History of the Disability Rights Movement"

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Pettinicchio reviews Pelka, "An Oral History of the Disability Rights Movement" "Life on the Autism Spectrum can be ENJOYable."

Equal Employment for Persons with Disabilities

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EnjoyHi5Autism: Giving Consent & VOTING http://t.co/dgRC4AJZ

EnjoyHi5Autism: Giving Consent & VOTING http://t.co/dgRC4AJZ

Some new ways to do old favourites…..

Katie Lyon at The Spectronics Blog 
No doubt you are familiar with social stories and the value they can provide for the people you support. ANYONE who is having difficulty in a social situation can benefit …

Simple Test May Take Guesswork Out Of Autism Diagnosis

Shaun Heasley at Disability Scoop 
In what could open the door to earlier autism diagnosis, researchers said Tuesday that they can reliably pinpoint who does and does not have the disorder using a readily-available test.

Del Monte Gold Extra Sweet Pineapple Printable Coupon

Storm, The Psychotic Housewife at Confessions of a Psychotic Housewife 
There's a new printable coupon out to save $0.50 off Del Monte Gold Extra Sweet Pineapple. You'll need to be on Facebook in order to register and print it, unfortunately. It should be available until July 15th. I spotted these on sale for just $1 the other day, so keep your eyes peeled for some great deals on pineapples to make smoothies and to grill out! While you are here, don't forget to check out my other printable coupons to see if there are other coupons available to help you save on your grocery bill! *Please note: I take the time out of my busy schedule to share coupons tha... more »

Most of of EduPad apps are FREE – Download them when they are FREE – FREE until June 27th!

Here is a review of 5th Grade Math app. We also reviewed other apps and they are all follow the same pattern. So it is safe to assume it is good. iTooch MATH Grade 5 – This is by far one of the best Math apps for the 5th grade. The questions are at grade level [...]

iOS 6: Guided Access Accessibility Feature

Apple's upcoming iOS 6 software update for iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch will include a great accessibility feature called Guided Access. Watch the video above to learn more. Guided Access will allow teachers and parents to control their children's device usage. For example, you will be able to lock app controls such as settings. This will ensure that children will not change settings or use distracting features. This feature will benefit people with autism. Guided Access will also allow teach to give tests on the iPad or iPhone and ensure that the students will not be able to sear... more »

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Pass The Keeping All Students Safe Act (S. 2020 and H.R. 1381)

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