Autism/Asperger's
Children with autistic spectrum disorders (ASD) encounter distinct challenges in peer interaction and
play due to impairments in reciprocal social interaction, communication, imagination and sensory
processing. Marion County Special Education (MCSEC) uses a team approach to serve students in the least
restrictive environment. Students are served in their home districts with support from occupational,
physical and speech therapists as well as teachers of the vision and hearing impaired, interrelated
teachers, the SMD teacher, school psychologists and social workers, as well as the regular education
teachers. This team works with the parent's of the student to develop an individualized program specific
to the child's needs.
Web Links:
Autism
Resources
Exceptionalities
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