Category Archives: special education
Special Ed ME: Observing Autism Awareness Month
The month of April is designated as Autism Awareness Month. It is an excellent opportunity to promote acceptance and understanding for people with autism spectrum disorder and support them and their families.
What to Consider When Choosing Language Speech Therapy in ME
Does your child need speech therapy in ME? Here are some things to consider when choosing a therapist.
An Inside Look at Language – Speech Therapy
You’ve heard of it. But how much do you understand about language and speech therapy services? Here’s an inside look.
Maine Special Education Teachers Connecting With Families
Our team understands that every child is unique, which is why we take the time to tailor programs.
Why Is Watch Me Shine Special?
When choosing a daycare provider, there are a lot of things to consider as a parent. Between costs, proximity to your home, the overall culture of the facility, and what they have to offer, it’s easy to become overwhelmed. Here at Watch Me Shine, we’re dedicated to providing the best special education Maine has to […]
A Special Education Like No Other
Here at Watch Me Shine, our individualized approach to cater to the needs of every child was developed out of necessity. No other program out there bridges the gap between home skills with those learned in the classroom. Our special education programs focus on integrating skills learned in our center with at home activities and […]
Importance of Early Intervention
As with anything else, the sooner you identify problems, the more easily they can be remedied. When it comes to issues with speech or other learning disabilities, early intervention can help your child “catch up” with their classmates more quickly than if the diagnosis comes later. Early intervention here at Watch Me Shine helps us […]
Trick or Treating Safety 101
Our primary focus may be how we can change our students’ lives through special education, but that doesn’t mean we don’t think about the world outside our four walls! We love the Halloween season. With it coming close, we thought providing some trick or treating safety tips could benefit guardians and help make the holiday […]
This Is Why Watch Me Shine Focuses On Integrating a Behavioral and Developmental Approach to Treatment
The special education field is diverse, multifaceted, and interpretive. Some schools use one approach. However, that plan may not fit into another center. Despite how many plans there are out there, one thing remains true: an approach focusing on behavior and development is ideal. It creates the best opportunities for students, too. Watch Me Shine […]