Partnership for Extraordinary Minds (xMinds)

Partnership for Extraordinary Minds (xMinds): a nonprofit working to improve the educational experiences and outcomes of students on the autism spectrum in K-12

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As a member of the Maryland Autism Coalition, we are proud to share PSAs to bring awareness to the autism community of the risks of wandering/elopement/drowning and the importance of teaching water safety skills. For more information, visit https://t.co/qabee9asHz.

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Did you know?
• 49% of children with autism wander or elope (bolt from an area)
• 71% of deaths related to wandering are due to drowning
• 160x greater likelihood of drowning death for children with autism as compared to the general pediatric population
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📷 NEW on our YouTube Channel: xMinds Explainers – MCPS Budget Primer
📷 Watch the video and subscribe: https://t.co/ZWM51PLTMT...
#MCPSBudget #SpecialEducation #AutismEducation #xMindsExplainers #EducationAdvocacy

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New PBS Kids cartoon features main characters with autism. This is a great development!
https://t.co/BzKKcN1DBd

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Asked #MCPS Board of Education candidates about autism + special education issues. Rita Montoya, Lynne Harris, and Laura Stewart responded. Read their full, unedited answers: https://t.co/z7eB40RWLa
No response from Brenda Diaz, Natalie Zimmerman, and Shebra Evans. Stay informed

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Read this Baltimore Banner article sharing the story of Maryland mother, Cara Bean who started charity, Erin's Star, in memory of 3-year-old autistic daughter, who passed away after eloping/wandering and drowning in 2022. https://t.co/vujAXsrzUW

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Article here: https://t.co/HNOK5Blut7

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🚨URGENT - Missing Child 🚨 Police are seeking assistance locating a missing, non-speaking 6-year-old, Fawzan Hassan, last seen yesterday at 3 PM at Bohrer Park, 506 S. Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg. If you have any information, please contact Montgomery County Police at 911.

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We are saddened by the death of Marcel Traore, a nonspeaking autistic boy from Dundalk, MD. Our hearts go out to his family. Learn about wandering dangers: https://t.co/i64et6GH5H

Read more: https://t.co/NpaLNjtE91

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We are proud to have had Jordyn as an xMinds guest speaker at our October 2021 event, emphasizing the importance of presuming competence in nonspeaking students. https://t.co/IVdF8PeqxA

[Slush & Krust @SlushandKrust]

The Force was definitely with us last night! Shout out to @xMindsOrg , they came ready to party! Thanks to all of the incredible parents, volunteers, and partygoers who made our Star Wars celebration a blast! 🚀🎉 #StarWarsParty #GratitudeGalacticStyle 🙌

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Join xMinds & @autismsocietymd for our upcoming webinar! Join us for this presentation featuring bullying expert Chad Rose, Ph.D. from the University of Missouri on how to protect our students in the digital world.
Register here for Zoom link: https://t.co/eyNhJvm1dj

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FREE WEBINAR! My Autistic Child is being Bullied: What Can I Do? Join xMinds and the @autismsocietymd TOMORROW at 7:00PM for Part 2 of our series on Bullying and Autism. Register here: https://t.co/HEfurVZKXY

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Nonspeaking individuals with autism defy stereotypes, showcasing hidden depths of understanding. #AutismAcceptance #BreakingSilence
https://t.co/rwqee5q3Xk

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My Autistic Child is Being Bullied: What Can I Do?
Join us and the @autismsocietymd on Wed. April 24 at 7:00PM for Part 2 of our Bullying & Autism Series!
Register here: https://t.co/USVf8EsyVo for this important discussion!

[The Arc Maryland @thearcmd]

What an amazing day in Annapolis for Autism Acceptance Day! We joined event partners, advocates & legislators to kick off Autism Acceptance Month with a luncheon & dance party. Thanks to those who celebrated the valuable contributions of people with Autism across the globe!

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Nos vemos hoy a las 7:00PM ⏰ para nuestro grupo de discusión en línea para los padres/tutores de un estudiante autista del condado de #MontgomeryCounty #MoCo.
Regístrese para recibir su enlace de Zoom: https://t.co/yGPdVgbxwN

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The Autism Acceptance Day Coalition delivered legislative packages to the House of Delegates in Annapolis, inviting reps to the #AutismAcceptanceDay Celebration! Reps received: support buttons, autism fact sheets, and testimony letters. Thanks to all involved! #AutismAcceptance

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Parents take a stand against MCPS staffing changes which jeopardize autism program. 🚨 Take action by contacting MCPS, and local community leaders and voice your concern over how this will negatively impact ASD students.
https://t.co/XlX8wtMP5K

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Are you a parent of an autistic student in middle or high school? Join us tonight at 7PM 📷 & Let's Talk Transitions!
Join our monthly online parent discussion group for #MontgomeryCounty parents. Free registration at: https://t.co/4PA0kp9VcT