We often say, 'If you have met one person on the Autism Spectrum, you have met one person on the Autism Spectrum.' This statement reminds us that each student with ASD is unique, and what works for one may not work for another. Evidence-based strategies are essential in supporting students on the spectrum, and when you build programs that are relationship-focused, interventions begin to meet individual needs. In this session, we are going to share our experiences from the middle school setting supporting ASD students with the target areas of need being heightened sensory response, lack of social desire, lack of peer relationships, self-stimulatory behavior, & suicide ideation.
