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  • Teen boy looking in the mirror at some acne on his face.
    March 11, 2024 Team AGU

    Puberty Resources

    In this post, we cover a compilation of resources for discussing puberty, sex education, and relationships with autistic individuals, for use by parents, teachers, and professionals to support learning and understanding.
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  • Teaching talking with student and their family member
    March 3, 2024 Team AGU

    Autism and Puberty - Working with Families

    In this post, we explore strategies for professionals working with families to address puberty with Autistic students, starting with addressing misconceptions, providing comprehensive education on essential topics, and promoting open communication as well as individualized support.
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  • Father talking with son
    February 18, 2024 Team AGU

    Discussing Puberty With Your Autistic Child

    In this post, we cover the integral role of parents and caregivers in discussing puberty with their Autistic child, including the importance of starting early, navigating school support, and addressing sex education.
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  • Individual with clipboard at the store comparing prices.
    February 11, 2024 Team AGU

    How to Plan for Community-Based Instruction

    In this post, we cover the comprehensive steps for planning successful Community-Based Instruction (CBI) outings, focusing on identifying relevant locations, ensuring activities align with educational goals, and addressing logistics and safety concerns for effective real-world learning experiences.
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  • Student looking at items in the store.
    February 4, 2024 Team AGU

    What Goals Can You Work On With Community-Based Instruction?

    In this post, we cover how Community-Based Instruction (CBI) can be utilized to develop a range of skills in students, from executive functioning and social skills/norms to independent and community living skills, and the importance of aligning CBI activities with students' goals for real-world application and practice.
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  • Student completing an assessment
    January 14, 2024 Team AGU

    Transition Assessments: Formal Versus Informal

    In this post, we cover the distinction between formal and informal transition assessments, their applications, and how they can effectively support students in their transition planning, focusing on the unique benefits and appropriate contexts for each type of assessment.
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