Maura Dantuono Lachance, Ph.D.

Supervisor of Special Education at Wantagh UFSD, Speech-Language Pathologist, Lifelong Learner, working Mom

[Maura Dantuono Lachance, Ph.D. @MauraDL528]

Love seeing an AAC low tech communion board at the playground at Sands Point Preserve 🗣️

[Maura Dantuono Lachance, Ph.D. @MauraDL528]

Hoping Autism Awareness Day fosters not just awareness, but also true acceptance and inclusion. Let’s work together to create a supportive, equitable society for all, neurotypical and neurodiverse alike—moving beyond understanding autism to actively embracing neurodiversity.

[TeacherGoals @teachergoals]

Love this! ☀️🌙

[Maura Dantuono Lachance, Ph.D. @MauraDL528]

@WantaghMiddle This is great!!

[Maura Dantuono Lachance, Ph.D. @MauraDL528]

@itri_mr That's wonderful! Thank you for all you do for our kids!

[Maura Dantuono Lachance, Ph.D. @MauraDL528]

@itri_mr Congratulations athletes and coaches!

[Maura Dantuono Lachance, Ph.D. @MauraDL528]

Wantagh schools are full of Halloween spirit!! 👻🎃
@WantaghSchools @ForestLakeWsd @MandalayEl @WantaghMiddle @WantaghHS

[Maura Dantuono Lachance, Ph.D. @MauraDL528]

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Urgent Care Centers catered to children with autism!

[Maura Dantuono Lachance, Ph.D. @MauraDL528]

Thank you to our terrific SLPs who put together a fantastic AAC Awareness Day! It was wonderful to watch them teach students about Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and the many ways people communicate! @WantaghSepta @WantaghSchools @MsMcCann_SLP @WantaghTeachers

[Maura Dantuono Lachance, Ph.D. @MauraDL528]

Such a great day for a great cause! Wantagh's First 9/11 Memorial 5k and Fun Run. @WantaghSchools

[Maura Dantuono Lachance, Ph.D. @MauraDL528]

Love this! A small effort makes a large impact for a child and family

[𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐧 @DrBradJohnson]

23 yrs ago today Mr. Rogers last show aired. He had a simple but powerful message. Every child has worth and value. His approach was simple yet profoundly impactful, reminding us that recognizing and affirming the worth of every child can make a lasting difference in their lives. This sounds like so many teachers I know who make a lasting difference too!

[edutopia @edutopia]

Teachers report losing an average of 2+ hours of instructional time to behavioral disruptions each week. ⌛ These research-backed tactics help prevent them, giving you much-needed time back: https://t.co/fAaLExRuPX

[Maura Dantuono Lachance, Ph.D. @MauraDL528]

Such a wonderful day for all athletes, buddies, and staff who participated in the Nassau County Games for the Physically Challenged! Our students and staff always impress me, but yesterday I was especially proud of them! @WantaghSchools @SEPTAWantagh @Wantagh_Warrior

[Maura Dantuono Lachance, Ph.D. @MauraDL528]

@asciscioli4 @CindyGervasi @VS13UFSD Love this! A moment the kids will never forget!

[Maura Dantuono Lachance, Ph.D. @MauraDL528]

@WantaghMiddle @WantaghSchools Looks like a great trip!

[Maura Dantuono Lachance, Ph.D. @MauraDL528]

Peer Buddies Field Trip! Our Peer Buddies had a blast today at the bowling alley! 🎳High fives all around for teamwork, laughter, and a few strikes! @WantaghSchools @WantaghSepta @MandalayEl

[Maura Dantuono Lachance, Ph.D. @MauraDL528]

Thank you to all of the wonderful aides who work so hard and care so much for the students!!🤗 We value and appreciate the work you do every day!

[Maura Dantuono Lachance, Ph.D. @MauraDL528]

Peer Buddies puts the biggest smile on my face! It's such a wonderful program that builds positive relationships for all. Thanks to all of the teachers, psychologist, staff, and aides who make this program possible! @MarMaleganos @LClarke_WUFSD @MandalayEl @WantaghSepta

[Maura Dantuono Lachance, Ph.D. @MauraDL528]

Autism Awareness is very important, but Acceptance of each person's uniqueness is even more important and our ultimate goal should be Autism Inclusion.
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