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What are the 3 levels of autism and what do they mean?

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Special Needs

Where metro Detroit families find the best special education support

Explore top-rated special education schools in metro Detroit to find the right fit for your child’s unique learning needs.
Indoors

Where can kids find sensory-friendly indoor fun in metro Detroit?

Find the best sensory-friendly indoor spaces in metro Detroit, offering inclusive, calming environments for kids with sensory sensitivities.
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Putting on your oxygen mask first: Stress relief strategies for parents of children with autism

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How can you help your teen with autism gain social skills?

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How metro Detroit therapy teams work together to support children with autism

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Education

Detroit Public Schools to consolidate special education classrooms: What families need to know

Detroit parents should expect changes to special education this year, with more classrooms in fewer schools, meaning some students will need to switch schools.
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How Aim High School Helps Students Succeed Each Day With Plans That Fit Their Individual Needs

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Is Your Teen’s Anxiety Hiding Behind Autism? What to Watch For

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Is Your Child With Autism Ready for School?

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Chores for Kids With Autism? Here’s What Local Experts Say

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Public Schools

IEP Overview for Ann Arbor Public Schools 

Read our guide for an overview of how an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) functions within Ann Arbor Public Schools.  
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Guides

16 things to do with your family in metro Detroit this Easter weekend

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Easter Sunday falls on April 5 this year, which means the whole weekend, Friday, April 3 through Sunday, April 5, is packed with things...
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Detroit Parent Answers: What does Michigan law require schools to do if my child is bullied?

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Hearing that your child is being bullied can feel overwhelming. Whether it’s happening in person or online, bullying can impact a child’s mental health,...
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