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“The Timothy School is the oldest non-profit approved private school in Pennsylvania devoted exclusively to teaching students with autism. For over 50 years, we have worked to develop an understanding of autism that recognizes the strengths and uniqueness of our children and the specialized methods needed to expand their educational opportunities.”
Sarah Hale, The Timothy School
Specific Relevance to Neurodiversity:
The mission of The Timothy School is to provide students, ages five through twenty-one, diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, with the communication, social, cognitive, and life skills necessary to enable them to function as effectively and independently as possible in the least restrictive environment.
Our vision is to empower students with autism to achieve their greatest potential in all aspects of their lives.
Our goal is to expand the reach of our mission and vision and increase community awareness, acceptance, and support of individuals with autism by:
- Providing parents with training and support so that they can serve as partners within the school community and work effectively with their children at home.
- Disseminating research and educating the community about the abilities and needs of people with autism spectrum disorder.
- Providing practical field experiences for university, college, and medical students pursuing studies in special education or developmental disabilities.