Spectrum360 Monthly Newsletter

November 2023

A360 News is So Much More Than Just News

When is a news program more than a news program? A360 News not only provides weekly updates to its audience but it is also an incubator for learning, growing and flourishing for students on the spectrum. Learn all about its successes. [Story]

Melissa Feeley awarded NAPSEC Educator of the Year

Melissa Feeley, a teacher and behavior specialist at the Academy360 Lower School, has been named the National Association of Private Special Education Centers (NAPSEC) Educator of the Year. This national award recognizes educators who make exceptional contributions to special education in NAPSEC-member schools. The award ceremony will take place at the 2024 NAPSEC Annual Leadership Conference, held at The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa in Savannah, GA in January. [Press Release]

December is a Time for Giving

Have you thought about your impact with Spectrum360? Pledging monthly gifts is a great way to spread smaller donations over a long period of time, which may be easier for some to manage. These recurring gifts are also beneficial to our organization, allowing us to plan and budget for upcoming months and years. There is still time to donate to this year's Giving Tuesday campaign! Schedule your monthly gift through our website givingtuesday.spectrum360.org

THANK YOU!

The Spectrum360 Hall of Fame Dinner 2023 was an unforgettable celebration, marking 60 incredible years together! Thanks to our amazing friends and families we raised over $200,000 for our programs and services. Thank you so much for your support! Check out the video below from the event:

60th Anniversary Commemorative Book

Celebrate Spectrum360's 60 Years of serving individuals on the spectrum and with other challenges by browsing our 31-page digital book containing archive photos, stories, video and more! [Check it out]

Ken Berger Keynote Speaker at NAPSEC Annual Leadership Conference

Ken Berger, our CEO & Executive Director, will be delivering the keynote address at the NAPSEC Annual Leadership Conference on January 17th. He and his esteemed colleague, Peter York, recently launched the podcast The Nonprofit Fix, shed light on the diverse challenges confronting nonprofits, particularly private special education schools, and explore potential solutions. For more information about the NAPSEC conference, visit the site. [Register]

YOUNG ADULT PROGRAM PLACEMENT AVAILABILITY

Looking for placement options for 18-21 year-old students? Look no further! Academy360 Upper School provides the support and services necessary to empower these students. Email admissions@spectrum360.org to learn more!

IN-PERSON TOURS

Come and see what we’re all about. Families, caregivers or school or support personnel who are interested in learning more about Academy360 or Independence360 can register to attend an in-person tour.

For a complete tour schedule, visit spectrum360.org/tours.

Below are a few resources and events that may be of interest. Please note Spectrum360 is not directly affiliated with the organizations below. Please reach out to the organization directly if you have any questions.

Livingston Advisory Committee for Disabilities (LACD) is offering serveral after school programs including Arts & Crafts and Sports.
PlayDate provides a space where neurodivergent children feel comfortable and supported while having fun and making new friends. Children will learn essential skills to help engage in play. For details and classes, click here.
We’ve Got Friends, a local nonprofit organization providing free social enrichment opportunities for teenagers with special needs to form meaningful friendships through common interests. See details here.
Mom2Mom offer peer support counseling, a place to vent, reassurance, a sounding board, advocacy skill building, and access to expert advice and reliable resources to help improve the lives of moms. See more info here.

Spectrum360 serves children, adolescents, young adults and adults on the autism spectrum and with behavioral and related disabilities. Spectrum360 and its programs are recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

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