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Annual Special Education Rally Insists it’s Time to Invest in our Students
Autism Alliance of Michigan was represented this week at the annual Special Education rally organized by Marcie Lipsett, an education advocate and founder of Michigan Alliance for Special Education. Families
Eli’s Au-Some Allies Top the Fundraising Charts at Autism Hero Walk!
Just weeks ago, Autism Alliance of Michigan and about 6000 of our closest friends painted the Detroit Zoo green for autism acceptance in Michigan. Teams from all over the state
FREE Tickets to Wharton Center for Performing Arts at MSU
The Autism Alliance of Michigan has partnered with the amazing Wharton Center for Performing Arts at Michigan State University to offer subsidized tickets for special needs families to attend a
All You Need to Know About the Michigan State Budget
The state budget season has finally come to a close, with Governor Snyder signing the budget last week. AAoM would like to thank Lt. Governor Brian Calley and key members
Thanking 3rd Party Fundraisers
With a passionate mission to raise expectations and expand opportunities for people touched by autism across the lifespan, Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAoM) relies on outside support from the greater
Changes to the expulsion/suspension rules applicable to all public school students
Question: I understand that last August the State Legislature made some changes to the expulsion/suspension rules that are applicable to all public school students. Yes they did just in time
Change for Autism Campaign
To celebrate April as National Autism Awareness month, 250 classrooms in southeast Michigan participated in AAoM’s Second Annual Change for Autism campaign.  This campaign benefitted Michigan families affected by autism
From Working Through a Learning Disability to Inspiring Others: Jacob Levy’s Story
We took some time to talk with Jacob Levy, founder of MODIFIED MUSIC-ATION, which combines a basic approach to learning with the fundamentals of music. Along with music education, MODIFIED MUSIC-ATION
Dougie and His Family Stop By Little Caesars Arena for a Red Wings Game
Each year, Niklas Kronwall donates 4 tickets to every home Detroit Red Wings game to families affected by autism. Dougie, one little Red Wing fan, was lucky enough to receive
Special Toys for Special Children: Recommended Guides
Play is important for all children of all abilities. Through play, children learn about the world and themselves while experiencing joy. Toys are the tools of play. They can help
