MI Developmental Disabilities Council and Heritage Southwest ISD: Collaboration Presentation on Employment
The Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council and Heritage Southwest ISD are hosting free virtual educational opportunities on employment.
Published August 5, 2021
MDHHS issued updated recommendations for schools to help prevent transmission of COVID-19
MDHHS issued its updated recommendations for schools to help prevent transmission of COVID-19 within school buildings in an effort to reduce disruptions to in-person learning and help protect those who are not fully vaccinated.
Published June 25, 2021
Organization for Autism Research: Grants Available
The Organization for Autism Research has grants available to support projects that promote autism awareness and acceptance. Teachers, youth group organizers, parents, and autism professionals are eligible to apply. Applications are due June 25, 2021: http
Published May 10, 2021
Educational Interventions for Children and Youth with Autism: A 40-Year Perspective
The purpose of this commentary is to describe school-based and school-relevant interventions and instructional approaches for children and youth with autism that have been developed and employed during that time period.
Published May 6, 2021
START Project: Celebrating 20 Years
As we kick-off our 20th Annual Conference today, we want to take a moment to reflect on 20 years of working with schools, community partners, and families to support students with ASD.
Published May 3, 2021
Organization for Autism Research: Post-Secondary Scholarships Available
Organization for Autism Research: Post-Secondary Scholarships Available
Published April 5, 2021
Michigan Alliance for Families: Building Parent Leadership Skills In Early Childhood
Michigan Alliance for Families is offering an informative series for parents to understand the important role they have in positions of leadership. Who should attend this free series? Parents of children birth to 5 who receive/received Early On® service
Published April 2, 2021
START staff presenting at Michigan Autism Conference
START staff will be presenting at the virtual Michigan Autism Conference (MAC) next week, October 8-9, 2020.
Published September 30, 2020
START staff presenting at the MAASE Summer Institute
START STAFF PRESENTING AT THE MAASE SUMMER INSTITUTE
Published August 10, 2020
MAF and MiMTSS: Strategies for Supporting Your Child's Learning at Home Webinar Series
Michigan Alliance for Families and the Michigan MTSS Technical Assistance Center have partnered together to present a 3-part webinar series.
Published July 21, 2020
Center on PBIS: Returning to School During & After Crisis Guide
Center on PBIS: Returning to School During & After Crisis Guide
Published June 22, 2020
From Barriers to Belonging: Promoting Inclusion and Relationships Through the Peer to Peer Program
From Barriers to Belonging: Promoting Inclusion and Relationships Through the Peer to Peer Program
Published June 2, 2020
OSEP Fast Facts: Children Identified with Autism
The Office of Special Education Programs has released "Fast Facts" and graphics related to children identified with ASD. View the Fast Facts here.
Published June 1, 2020
Version 2 - Guidance for Compliance With the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act and the Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Version 2 - Guidance for Compliance With the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act and the Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Published May 20, 2020
Michigan Alliance for Families: Connect with other parents of children with disabilities to share strengths and struggles
Michigan Alliance for Families: Connect with other parents of children with disabilities to share strengths and struggles
Published May 13, 2020
MDE and MDHHS: Educator's Guide to Supporting the Social and Emotional Needs of Students
MDE and MDHHS: Educator's Guide to Supporting the Social and Emotional Needs of Students
Published April 10, 2020
Michigan Department of Education: Learning at a Distance Guidance
The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) has released Learning at a Distance Guidance, a largely teacher-written effort to help address the immediate needs of staff who must address the immediate needs of children at a distance during a pandemic.
Published April 10, 2020
Upcoming Conferences: MCEC Annual Conference and MTSA Annual Conference
START will be exhibiting and presenting at two upcoming conferences: the MCEC Annual Conference and the MTSA Annual Conference.
Published February 28, 2020
TennesseeWorks: Success stories, community conversations, and informative videos
TennesseeWorks is a partnership comprised of organizations and agencies all committed to increasing the number of young people with disabilities employed. Visit the TennesseeWorks website.
Published January 27, 2020