Children diagnosed on the autistic spectrum and with other special needs may present and engage in challenging behaviors, such as aggression, self-injurious behavior (SIB), and/or property destruction. These behaviors can range from skin-picking and slapping to head-banging, self-biting, punching, and kicking. According to the Autism New Jersey website, New Jersey currently has the highest rate […]
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Learning fundamental daily living skills such as self-care, personal hygiene, laundry, cooking, and cleaning can help prepare special needs children for future adult situations in the home, community, and workplace. According to the Organization for Autism Research, daily living skills are particularly important for those diagnosed on the autism spectrum, as they include “tasks that […]
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According to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) a speech disorder is defined as an impairment in the ability to send, receive, process, and comprehend verbal, non-verbal and graphic symbol systems. Everyone has the right to communicate their wants, thoughts, feelings, and ideas. Speech therapy in a special education environment can help students with […]
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I am the stepparent of a developmentally delayed 16-year-old diagnosed on the Autism Spectrum Disorder, and while it is not easy in the best of times, right now, it is a struggle. There are no easy answers to this emotionally and financially unsustainable situation. But you are not alone. For what it’s worth, here are […]
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a common and treatable brain disorder whereby unwanted thoughts can cause significant anxiety or distress in our students, and interfere with the child’s normal routine, academic functioning, social activities, or relationships. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, when a child is diagnosed with OCD, a difference in the […]
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According to the National Institute of Mental Health, eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia, and binge-eating are serious psychiatric conditions and often severely disabling illnesses, whereby preoccupation with food, body weight, or body shape may cause severe disturbances in people’s eating behaviors, related thoughts and emotions. Special needs children may also suffer from these issues, […]
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Bipolar disorder (also called manic-depressive illness or manic depression) is a serious illness of the brain that causes people to go through unusually strong mood changes. Bipolar disorder is not the same as the normal ups and downs every child experiences. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, bipolar mood swings are more extreme […]
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Dr. Chris Hoye, (principal) and Dr. LeRoi Jones (Supervisor of Instruction) share their perspectives of what it was like to transition all Gateway students and staff to online learning in the midst of COVID-19. A Monumental Task“It was an experience I will never forget. After hearing the state’s decision to close down the schools in […]
Continue readingAs the global pandemic COVID-19 is changing our world and disrupting our lives daily, it is important to stay informed on the latest news. Trusted news sources can help you make informed decisions to protect your health. But could the news be hurting you at the same time? Being glued to 24-hour news networks, social […]
Continue readingIMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING GATEWAY SCHOOL OPERATIONS This is the Principal of Gateway School, Dr. Christopher Hoye. We recognize that almost all of our sending districts are closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Starting tomorrow, Monday, March 16, 2020 Gateway School will also close to students and move our instruction to our Virtual Distance Learning Plan. Teachers […]
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