World Autism Day

Autism is a part of who they are

By NATALEIGH MCCALLUM World Autism Day took place on April 2 around the world, but at Conestoga’s Doon campus the day wasn’t just about raising awareness, it was also about members of the A-team being able to tell their stories and give advice. The event featured games in which students were asked to put a sock on their hand and then try to tie a shoe, interactive videos of others … Continued

‘The A-Team’ speaks out about autism

BY DEVON HAYES They call themselves the A-Team. Alex Gobbi worked on his homework. A couple more talked quietly amongst themselves. Taylor Burwash ate his lunch. One thing is clear: this group of students, each on the autism spectrum with varying degrees and combinations of symptoms, are just trying to make it through the school year like everyone else. “I’ve always kind of had self-esteem issues,” said food processing technology … Continued

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