The Quaker School

The Quaker School at Horsham is dedicated to fostering the academic, social, and moral development of children who learn differently.

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Did you know that while it's only November 5 - we are already on our way to meeting our Giving Tuesday goal? You can give now and help us change the lives of young people here at TQS. Thank you for your support! https://t.co/d0bHJO9GBa

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For children with complex challenges, any disruption in routine can be a difficult hurdle. In our latest #ShineTogether blog, we share top tips for talking with your child about school closures: https://t.co/I5JEoSgpQL

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Growing up, Paulette Penzvalto was a musical prodigy but couldn't read or do basic math. Conversations with adults were easy; fitting in with kids her own age was not. Here's how receiving an #autism diagnosis at 31 enriched her life: https://t.co/k4f0PJqhWq #autismawareness

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Have you ever heard the term lizard brain? It's in this lizardy area of the brain where anxiety happens for nearly 1 in 4 children. Learn 5 tips from Alex to help your child calm their lizard brain in his Shine Together blog: https://t.co/fPy8ELVgya

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The students at TQS have struggled in traditional schools & come with a pressing need for a safe learning environment where they can confidently face the challenges of learning. Learn more about our unique school & caring community: https://t.co/0u10Xjh6mA

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Listen up, Quaker School friends! Introducing the Shine Together #podcast -- practical and enjoyable ideas to help you overcome daily challenges and appreciate life's shining moments. https://t.co/jkJQYy8Ie7 #shinetogether #autism #autismparents #adhd #parenting

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What is the connection between ADHD and Anxiety? These two disabilities are often connected, but why and how? In this installment of the Shine On podcast Alex discusses and explains the connection, including the signs to look for: https://t.co/LTjoKNyGYS

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Tool Tip! The Hoglet is a fidget computer mouse specifically designed to aid children and adults who are diagnosed with #ASD, #ADHD and #development disabilities. 2 thumbs up for this new learning tool @HedgehogHealth: https://t.co/3JzTjZyMYY

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As both the parent of a child with special needs and the head of a school for children with complex challenges, I often forget that I need to take time from caring for other people to take care of myself. In this blog post Alex shares 4 self-care tips: https://t.co/Z4loyXnA4N

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At TQS, we believe all children are born learners and explorers. Here, children with complex challenges are given time to play, rest, freely explore, discover nature, and make friends. We would love to introduce you to this special place! https://t.co/3DWiEflVkZ

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One of the four components outlined in our ambitious, five-year strategic plan is Stronger Curriculum. But what does “stronger curriculum” actually mean for TQS? Here are the earliest updates on these strategies: https://t.co/HBCnN4YbVZ

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How to help teens with ADHD tackle homework? Alex shares his top tips in this edition of the Shine Together blog: https://t.co/5jns3wJwOl #Shinetogether #ADHD

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Many parents, so focused on their children's needs, don't stop to think about their own health. Here's a great article from the Interactive Austism Network at @KennedyKrieger that examines the toll of stress on the autism parent: https://t.co/KD23fOTZXr #autism #autismparents

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Learn how TQS embraces neurodiverse students from our own Lori Boccuzzi, Assistant Head for Enrollment Management. https://t.co/66MfTqM2WY #shinetogether

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We’re making it easier than ever to find out if TQS is the right fit for your child with complex challenges.

Schedule a 1:1 virtual OR in-person tour ([email protected] / 215.674.2875 ext 14) at a time that works for you.

We can’t wait to meet you! #shinetogether

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Our TQS Resilience Project is all about taking ongoing action to strengthen our community’s health.

How? By providing students and staff with resources and opportunities that support Physical, Mental, Social-Emotional, and Community Health: https://t.co/ynplNvGDnV

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In this blog, I share about the valuable lesson I learned from Dr. Robert Brooks about resiliency, nurture motivation, and other important topics. https://t.co/R3QA1pUnwW #shinetogether

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You can be a kid with learning challenges and still reach the stars. Take it from astronaut Scott Kelly, who shared his experience with attention issues in an interview in the Santa Barbara Independent:

https://t.co/KkwNcjKrgO

#shinetogether #autism #adhd #parenting

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When you’re the parent of a child with complex challenges, you get used to acronyms. IEP … ASD … ADHD … the letter lists are endless – and can be overwhelming. In this guest blog, we discuss ABA, what it is and how it is used at TQS. https://t.co/Iy0PS9CHvX

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Unhappy with your child’s current learning environment? Concerned mainstream school is not doing enough to support their unique needs?

Now is the time to consider your options. Learn more about our safe, welcoming school for kids with complex challenges: https://t.co/HKc8SCpeyL

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A strong community is critical for student wellness and resilience.

As part of the TQS Resilience Project, we will build community through:
Celebrations
Affirmations
Expectations
DEI initiatives
Project-based Learning
Community Committees

Learn more: https://t.co/b93EjsdtVM