Summer 2008
6 Weeks of Spotlight!
Spotlight is a social pragmatics program for 10-20 year olds with Asperger's Syndrome and Related Disorders.
June 30th - August 8th
Monday -Friday 9 AM-2 PM
Activities include:
Theater Games
Video Production
Swimming and
Field Trips!
Focus on Key Social Pragmatic Areas Including:
Theory of Mind
Group Interaction
Independent Conversation
Identification of Feelings
Stress Coping Skills
Body Language
Receptive Non-Verbal Cues
Eye Contact
Tone of Voice
Curriculum Includes:
Unique social pragmatics teaching method involving use of acting games and dramatic training!
Positive social reinforcement through strong relationships built between the students and the staff, as well as between the students themselves!
Careful use of strong age-appropriate motivators such as video games and noncompetitive physical activity!
For more information or to register,
Contact Brian Gordon, Program Director at BGordon@nsarc.org ~ 978.624.2335
or
Michael Culp, Program Coordinator at MCulp@nsarc.org ~ 978.624.2309