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Autism: Awareness vs. Acceptance - What’s The Difference?

Posted Apr 15, 2021 in Industry News

By: Matt Christensen Every April, people don blue t-shirts and cling puzzle piece logos to their windshields to honor Autism Awareness Month. Started by the Autism Society in 1970, the goal was to educate people about...

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Secret doors, thousands of books, hundreds of windows, and a rich history of tradition. Lesser-known facts about JB that might surprise you!

Posted Apr 14, 2021 in School News & Events

If school buildings could talk, imagine all of the knowledge they could share - decades of teachers, students, and information constantly passing through. Here are some interesting facts about our JB Campuses that you might...

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Incredible Teachers Foster Incredible Growth

Posted Apr 09, 2021 in School News & Events

At JB, we want all of our families, friends, and community members to have the opportunity to get to know our incredible teachers. In this short interview, we will learn a little more about Maggie...

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Music therapy for learning differences: Bringing together the brain, body, and soul

Posted Mar 26, 2021 in School News & Events

Learn how music therapy gives Julie Billiart Schools’ students an opportunity for expression, reflection, and joy. Not every child loves sharing, but most children love music. Not every child has an innate rhythm or knowledge of...

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Symptoms of Too Much Screen Time

Posted Mar 03, 2021 in Tips & Resources

By JJ Schweikert, MOT, OTR/L What are possible symptoms of too much screen time? Blurry eyes, a muddled mind, difficulty with focus, trouble stopping the screens and behaviors when asked to stop. How do screens really...

Above and Beyond: JBS faculty takes Professional Crisis Management (PCM) Training to provide a safer, healthier school environment for all students

Posted Feb 22, 2021 in School News & Events

Parents and educators of all children are familiar with tantrums and their accompanying behaviors. What adults may not consider a big deal can cause a full-blown meltdown in children. When they feel as if they...

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JB Alumni Connect Through Mental Health Resources

Posted Feb 18, 2021 in Alumni Stories & Testimonials

Nicole Malone, a 2015 Julie Billiart School Lyndhurst graduate, beautifully balances college classes, friendships, and volunteer work. After graduating from JB Lyndhurst, Malone attended Beaumont High School in Cleveland Heights, Ohio. She said that she felt...

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How The Co-Teaching Model Benefits Children

Posted Feb 18, 2021 in Tips & Resources

by Matt Christensen Five clear benefits to the multi-teacher classroom Every classroom, whether general or special ed., is full of challenges and opportunities. Among these is the unique task of being able to engage students on a...

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7 ways schools can make your child’s IEP meeting a positive experience

Posted Jan 25, 2021 in Tips & Resources

By Matt Christensen A good school doesn’t just plan your child’s day-to-day progress - it helps you start planning their future, and never stops. Every day is a chance for growth and achievement, and an opportunity...

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Maintaining Consistency During Academic Breaks

Posted Jan 25, 2021 in Tips & Resources

By Sarah Richlak Tips for supporting your child during breaks in the school year For most kids, a day off of school is a fun adventure. For kids with learning differences, it can create uncertainty. What can...

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open-quote Julie Billiart Schools has helped my child become a better version of himself. The teachers and therapists at JB really know and understand how to reach children who learn differently.

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open-quote My kids love everything about JB and look forward to going to school every day and seeing their friends and teachers. JB is truly a one of a kind school enriching young lives everyday.

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open-quote Julie Billiart Schools gave us hope after our daughter was diagnosed with a learning disability. At JB, she thrived in the small classes, received necessary therapies, and developed the self-confidence to ask for help when she needed it.

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open-quote I don’t think I will ever be able to put into words how grateful I am that you saw my daughter for all that she is today and all that she is yet to become.

Tammie Sommer

open-quote They have all the resources necessary, specialized to the individual learning of each child, and the heart that goes with it. I don't think we would have stayed in Ohio if it wasn't for JB!

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open-quote All of the teachers and staff at JB are patient and willing to take the extra time to make sure we, as parents, understand and are comfortable.

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