UPDATED: July 2, 2019 Recently, the winners of the 2019 InSights Art Competition and Exhibition were announced and we are pleased to share that Nolan was awarded 1st Place in […]
Using Art in Special Education
Special Education News & Updates
Stay up-to-date on the latest special education news and updates from the Watson Institute. We include news, as well as stories and helpful information featuring our special education teachers, therapists, and mental health professionals and how they provide exceptional educational and supportive services to children with special needs. Also learn about our special education school programs and outpatient resources for children ages 3 to 21.
Watson Institute Achieves National Special Education Accreditation
The Watson Institute is committed to providing exceptional special education programs and services to children with special needs in Western Pennsylvania. To demonstrate our commitment to excellence, Watson voluntarily seeks […]
Achieving Special Education Reading & Literacy Goals
At the Watson Institute, helping children with special needs reach their educational and developmental goals is our priority. Each students’ goals are unique and individualized based on their needs and […]
Special Education School Embeds IEP Goals into School Store Program
At the Watson Institute’s family of special education schools, teachers and support staff strive to embed students’ IEP goals into daily activities in the classroom. One initiative born of this […]
Special Education Students Develop Life Skills through Charitable Activities
At the Watson Institute’s special education schools, staff work with our students to ensure they are meeting their educational goals as outlined in their Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Staff also […]
Special Education Technology Gives Student a Voice
When Isaiah Erb-White started at one of the Watson Institute’s special education schools in 2013, his ability to speak or move independently was extremely limited due to his multiple disabilities […]
Special Education Student Transitions to School District
At the Watson Institute’s special education schools, our primary objective is to help our students achieve their goals as outlined in their Individualized Education Plan (IEP). For many students, the […]
Toilet Training: Developing a Toileting Routine
Family Submitted Situation: “I know there must be a way to help my son with his toileting. It becomes so chaotic sometimes as he runs to the bathroom to use […]
Special Education & Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Goals
At the Watson Institute’s family of special education schools, activities and field trips are planned for students with special needs with the goal of helping them to achieve their educational […]
Students with Special Needs Learn Pre-Vocational Skills
Students with special needs at the Watson Institute are provided with opportunities to prepare them for the special education transition that occurs post-graduation. In a recent post we shared that […]