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“Leading the Change is the most far-reaching strategic plan in our school's history, yet I have never been more confident in our community's ability to accomplish our goals. Together, we will deliver bold leadership, authentic engagement, emboldened people, unparalleled programs, and audacious innovation - and we will impact the lives of even more individuals with complex challenges.” -Alex Brosowsky, Head of School
Upcoming Events
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Upper School families are invited to a Lunch and Learn focused on College Planning for Students with Complex Challenges beginning at 12:00 p.m. Laura Sibbald, Executive Director of Neurodiversity Initiatives from Chestnut Hill College and Kristen Tabun, Director of Transition from TQS will review with families how to know if their student is ready for college, what to do now to support a transition, and how to successfully navigate the many changes students will face in college.
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Shine Together Blog
![What's the Latest in Accessible Technology? New Features that Benefit Students with Complex Challenges]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1688643821/quaker/uejrmzpvkmvhxyvzm2b0/AppleAssistiveTech.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1688643821/quaker/uejrmzpvkmvhxyvzm2b0/AppleAssistiveTech.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1688643821/quaker/uejrmzpvkmvhxyvzm2b0/AppleAssistiveTech.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1688643821/quaker/uejrmzpvkmvhxyvzm2b0/AppleAssistiveTech.jpg","width":1024}])
From intricate functionalities to unknown risks to potential impact, new technology can be quite intimidating. Yet when emerging technology is used to help people with disabilities be more independent and connected, it can be incredibly life-changing.
Apple is one company with a long-standing commitment to making products for everyone, and it’s intriguing to watch the company develop innovative solutions aimed at empowering all individuals to use its products with greater ease and independence.
![Revolutionizing Education: How AI Can Empower Students with Complex Challenges]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1681999842/quaker/t2gytuonvv62lnlctt7u/AiandChild.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1681999842/quaker/t2gytuonvv62lnlctt7u/AiandChild.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1681999842/quaker/t2gytuonvv62lnlctt7u/AiandChild.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1681999842/quaker/t2gytuonvv62lnlctt7u/AiandChild.jpg","width":1120}])
As both the head of a school and the parent of a child with complex challenges, I understand the concerns and struggles that students with learning differences (and their families!) face on a daily basis, both in and outside of the classroom.
That’s why I am so enthralled by the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as an assistive technology – one that may soon transform the educational experiences of our children.