Author: Gersh Admin

At Gersh Autism Academy, we get to see so many moments every day that are worth celebrating, the big milestones, the small wins, the unexpected breakthroughs, and sometimes simply the joy of a really good day. Every one of our students has their own personality, strengths and way of experiencing…

For Frank Willis, Vocational Coordinator Supervisor at Gersh Autism Academy. Preparing students for life beyond the classroom is about more than building job skills, it’s about creating opportunities for greater independence, confidence, and a meaningful future. From hands-on life skills and community-based experiences to helping students take their first steps…

Sometimes it’s a classroom full of activity. Sometimes it’s a quiet conversation at a desk. And sometimes it’s one person taking the time to connect, explain, encourage, and try something a different way. At Gersh Autism Academy our teams get to know the student, their strengths, challenges, interests, and goals,…

For more than 20 years, Sal Barbieri has been an important part of the Gersh Autism Academy community, growing from a paraprofessional to Vocational Program Coordinator, Intervention Specialist, and now Intervention Supervisor & Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Trainer. In his current role, Sal supports students through some of their most challenging…

At Gersh Autism Academy, we prepare students to thrive in an ever-evolving world by recognizing that every student learns differently, and their education should reflect that. Our individualized, evidence-based approach brings together academics, social skills, life skills, vocational experiences, and clinical support. Through Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Collaborative Problem Solving…

And just like that, the first week of the school year is complete! The backpacks are back, the hallways are buzzing, classrooms are full of energy, and our students and teams are already creating so many moments worth celebrating. As we celebrated a successful first week, our Chief Executive Officer,…

Emma began her career as a Speech-Language Pathologist before stepping into school leadership as a School Related Services Supervisor and Assistant Principal at our Academy for Young Minds campus. Those experiences taught her the value of communication and collaboration. She believes strong collaboration between educators, related service providers, BCBAs, families,…

There’s something special about the first day of school, the excitement of welcoming students back, reconnecting with familiar faces, meeting new ones, and seeing our classrooms come to life again. Across Gersh Autism Academy, our teams have put tremendous care and preparation into creating spaces where our students can learn,…

There’s no better way to celebrate the final days of summer than with a little creativity, connection, and a whole lot of color! Our West Hempstead campus recently hosted its Color Palooza Festival, giving students and teammates the opportunity to step outside, have fun, and enjoy time together before the…

Our students at AYM, powered by Gersh Autism Academy, enjoyed a beautiful day outdoors, spending time with their classmates, and making memories together. With a new school year right around the corner, moments like these are a meaningful reminder of the friendships, connections, and sense of belonging our students build…