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Leading with Purpose: Lisa Consolo Represents Gersh Academy at Autism Speaks
/We’re proud to celebrate Lisa Consolo, School Building Leader at our West Hempstead and Hempstead campuses! Lisa represented Gersh Autism Academy as a featured speaker at the Autism Speaks, Women Leading the Way event. This inspiring event brought together influential leaders, advocates, and changemakers committed to advancing autism acceptance, expanding…
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Honoring Growth, Achievement, and Community at AYM
/An incredible school year comes to a close at AYM, powered by Gersh Autism Academy. The Long Island City campus celebrated in the best way possible, with milestone moments, joyful traditions, and a community that showed up to cheer on every student. From the excitement of Graduation and Awards Ceremonies,…
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Celebrating a Remarkable Year at West Hills
/As another incredible school year comes to a close, our West Hills Campus at Gersh Autism Academy was filled with meaningful experiences that celebrated learning, growth, achievement, and community. Our Enrichment Fair invited students to exhibit what they have learned regarding cultures from around the world, cosmetology, chess, knitting, cooking, news…
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The Bronx Welcomed Us: Building a Brighter Future Together
/What an incredible milestone! We were thrilled to host our Welcome to the Neighborhood Event at the future home of Gersh Autism Academy in the Bronx. Walking into the building we were ready to welcome our guests. Fresh paint, polished floors, smart boards, desks, and inviting sensory play areas transformed…
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Celebrating Growth at Our West Hempstead Moving Up Ceremony
/Each year, our West Hempstead Campus proudly hosts its Moving Up Ceremony, a cherished tradition that honors the growth, achievements, and bright futures of our students. Whether moving to a new grade, placement, classroom, or campus location, each transition represents an important milestone and a testament to the hard work,…
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When Learning Is Personalized, Potential Flourishes
/At Gersh Autism Academy, our programs are designed to meet students where they are, providing individualized support based on their communication, academic, social, and behavioral needs. From foundational language development and life skills to comprehensive academic and post-secondary preparation, we tailor instruction to help every learner build confidence, independence, and…
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The Power of Prom: Building Confidence, Connection, and Belonging
/For many students, prom is seen as a traditional milestone, dressing up, dancing with friends, and making memories. At Gersh Autism Academy, it’s all of those things and so much more. Prom represents confidence built over time. It reflects friendships formed through shared experiences, social skills developed through practice and…
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You’re Invited: Welcome to the Neighborhood, Gersh Academy Bronx! 🎉
/The countdown is on for the opening of Gersh Autism Academy Bronx, and we can’t wait to celebrate with our community! Join us for an exciting afternoon where families, community members, partners, and team members can experience everything our newest campus has to offer. 📅 Saturday, June 27, 2026⏰ 11:00…
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Spotlight: Germarie Cosme
/What began as a temporary placement quickly grew into a meaningful career and true passion of mine. I was originally placed at Gersh Academy in 2017 after relocating from my hometown of Puerto Rico during the hurricane season. Over time, I came to deeply admire the mission of Gersh and…
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Building Connection, One Campus Visit at a Time
/At Gersh Autism Academy, we know that a strong school culture plays an important role in creating environments where students and staff feel connected, supported, and celebrated. We’re excited to introduce Ollie, our new campus ambassador. As Ollie begins visiting campuses across our network, his role goes beyond school spirit….
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