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Introducing New Board Member Augie Vulaj — A Passionate Advocate for Children and Community
Connections Education Center is delighted to welcome Augie Vulaj to our Board of Directors. Augie brings a wealth of experience in the...
Amy Thompson
Jun 10, 20243 min read


Student Spotlight: Zakeem's Journey From Nonverbal to Flourishing
Meet Zakeem, a remarkable young man who has transformed from a nonverbal, disconnected child to a thriving, engaged student.
Amy Thompson
May 21, 20244 min read


Student Spotlight: Unlocking Nico’s Remarkable Abilities
When Nico started Pre-K at his local elementary school, life and learning were hard for him. Like many children diagnosed with autism, he...
Amy Thompson
Apr 17, 20243 min read


What Makes the Connections Swim Program Essential & Effective?
Several years ago, a beloved Connections student named Alec tragically passed away from drowning at his home. To honor his life and...
Amy Thompson
Apr 17, 20245 min read


Welcome Chris Sikes, Our New Swim Instructor!
We are excited to welcome Chris Sikes to Connections! Chris joins us as a swim instructor and brings an extensive background of aquatics...
Amy Thompson
Mar 20, 20242 min read


Student Spotlight: Gabe’s Incredible Progress Opens the Door to Mainstream High School
“Your son is ready for mainstream school.” That’s the incredible news that Gabe's parents recently received from teachers at Connections,...
Amy Thompson
Mar 20, 20244 min read


Student Spotlight: See How Landon Went From Silence to Success
Read the inspiring story of a young boy who experienced regressive autism but is thriving at Connections Education Center.
Amy Thompson
Feb 26, 20243 min read


Student Spotlight: Maya Transforms Into a Peer Leader
“This school is a God-send,” says Tania, whose daughter Maya is a happy high schooler at Connections. Early in Maya’s life, Tania...
Amy Thompson
Jan 23, 20245 min read


Meet Our New Board Member — Tony Greene
We are delighted to announce a new addition to our Board of Directors for Connections Education Center — Anthony Greene, or Tony as we...
Amy Thompson
Dec 20, 20232 min read


Student Spotlight: Isaiah Connects in the Right Environment
Isaiah is a spirited Kindergartener who struggled in traditional programs due to his lack of speech, hyperactivity and behavior...
Amy Thompson
Dec 18, 20234 min read


Student Spotlight: Samy’s Triumph – A Journey of Growth Leading to Mainstream Schooling
Samy has grown up at Connections. Now in his final year of middle school, Samy may be headed to a mainstream high school thanks to the...
Amy Thompson
Nov 14, 20233 min read


Student Spotlight: Why AJ’s Mom Drives 120 Miles a Day for His School
AJ is a highly intelligent, long-time Connections student who is now thriving in high school. Before Connections, he attended a public...
Amy Thompson
Oct 17, 20234 min read


Student Spotlight: Jaiden Thrives at Our School, Which His Mom Calls “Heaven Sent”
“This school is heaven sent,” says Marcia, mom of Connections 6th grader Jaiden who has autism. She credits the Connections team for...
Amy Thompson
Sep 21, 20234 min read


Student Spotlight: Unlocking Chamia-Marie’s Potential
As Chamia-Marie begins her second year at Connections, she’s a fun-spirited Kindergartner who interacts with other students, feeds...
Amy Thompson
Aug 24, 20233 min read


Student Spotlight: Mikayla -- How CAP Changed Uncertainty to Optimism for this High School Graduate
As graduation neared for Mikayla, her family worried about what would come next for her. She still needed structure and support, but she...
Amy Thompson
May 15, 20233 min read
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