Grief can be difficult for children, particularly during the holiday season. The Watson Institute recognizes Children’s Grief Awareness Day, which seeks to bring attention to the fact that support and […]
Grief Loss Counseling for Children
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.
A Special Education Career with a Global Reach
If you’re looking for a rewarding special education career that will both challenge you and provide you with opportunities to learn and grow, look no further than the Watson Institute. […]
Special Education Transition Preparation
At the Watson Institute, a recognized autism school in Western Pennsylvania, staff adapt curriculum for students with autism spectrum disorder and various special needs to ensure they are working toward […]
Special Education Transition Tips for Educators
As many special education professionals know, transitions can be difficult for children with special needs. Adjusting to the back to school schedule can be challenging for students, their families and […]
Special Education Transition Tips for Back to School
For many students with special needs, changes of any kind can be difficult. Starting at a new school, changing to a new classroom, getting a new teacher, and certainly the […]
Support for the Family of Children with Special Needs
At the Watson Institute, in addition to providing high quality special education and support services to our students, many of whom have an Autism Spectrum Disorder, neurological impairment, or developmental […]
Art in Special Education Classrooms
Art is incorporated into the student’s special education plans and is an integral part of students’ education at the Watson Institute’s Education Center Sewickley. Jesse Kisner, Watson’s art instructor, incorporates projects […]
Sensory-Friendly Special Education Classroom Activities
At the Watson Institute, sensory-friendly experiences are incorporated into special education classroom activities. This weekend, a local theater company is inviting middle and high school aged students with an Autism […]
Staff Awards for Exceptional Special Education Services
The Watson Institute’s W. Bruce Thomas Education Center in Sharpsburg was proud to honor 14 employees for their dedicated service ranging from 5 to 20 years, at our annual Staff […]
Friendship Academy Staff Celebrate Service Milestones
The Watson Institute’s Friendship Academy, a school serving students with emotional and behavioral challenges, was proud to honor 9 employees for their service ranging from 5 to more than 30 […]