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Now Offering Teacher Certification Training
April 2, 2025
Gersh Academy is a NYS approved provider for “Training in the needs of children with autism!”
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Gersh Experience Student Places 2nd in Titan Run 5k Course!
April 2, 2025
It is with great honor that we announce Gersh Experience student, Brandon Martin, placed 2nd in his division in the Titan Run 5k Obstacle Course this past weekend in Long Island!
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Interview with Kevin Gersh – LI News Radio
April 2, 2025
Listen to Kevin Gersh, Gersh Academy’s Founder/Chief Autism Officer, on Long Island News Radio!
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Gersh Academy Graduation 2017
March 28, 2025
Graduation day is always a great reminder to all of us of what is important, helping children, changing lives.
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Gersh Honored as NASET School of Excellence
March 28, 2025
Selection as a NASET School of Excellence is the highest honor a private special education school can achieve through the professional association.
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Gersh Academy Featured in Autism Parenting Magazine
March 28, 2025
Gersh Academy has been featured in Autism Parenting Magazine’s Guide to Schools and Educational Facilities!
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Dr. Shore Discusses the “Three A’s of Autism”
March 28, 2025
Dr. Stephen Shore, co-lead of the Autistic Health Project, speaks about what he calls the ‘Three A’s of Autism’
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COMING SOON – Gersh Academy at Cougar Mountain
March 28, 2025
Introducing the country’s first school for individuals on the autism spectrum attached to a zoo.
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Swim Team Screening at Gersh Academy
March 28, 2025
Gersh Academy is hosting a screening of the award-winning new documentary film Swim Team.
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Gersh Academy Approved as an OPWDD Employment Training Program partner
March 28, 2025
We are pleased to announce that we have been approved as an OPWDD Employment Training Program partner.
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Gersh Academy Named as a TJX Companies National Community Partner
March 28, 2025
This gives our students the opportunity to intern at the TJ Maxx, Marshal’s and Home Goods stores on Long Island.
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Gersh Academy Students Benefit from Equine Therapy
March 28, 2025
Equine therapy is a form of experiential therapy that involves interactions between persons with special needs and horses.
Jose M.
As a parent of an autistic child, I can say that the care and dedication that teachers and staff give to their students is immeasurable. You can see it in the way my son looks forward to going to school every day, and in the growth and progress he has continuously shown throughout the years. Gersh really knows not only how to educate autistic children, but also acknowledge the personalities of each child, and embraces all facets of the student, showing and providing great care, patience, support and understanding for students and their families.
Brit A.
Every child needs only one person to believe in him. In Gersh, the entire team believes. They will find that one spark through positive reinforcement and this child will have confidence. My daughter entered Gersh when she was 10 years old. She did not know how to read. She now reads chapter books.
Jane R.
“Our daughter did not want to go school before Gersh, she was absent a lot. Within the first few months she developed a nice feeling of trust with the staff where she was very willing to go to school. They don’t reprimand or use a reward system they are all just warm and understanding which is what she needs and I think every child needs. Intellectually I see her flourishing because she is much less anxious so she’s able to concentrate better. We feel very fortunate to have found a nice safe, warm, inviting atmosphere for our daughter.”
Anthony M.
“At Gersh we feel like we are among family, like we are at home. We know that our son is comfortable, it is a very nurturing place. Academically he is flourishing and socially he is much more outgoing; more comfortable in his own skin and his surroundings. Since coming to Gersh he is more verbal. He used to give us one word answers and now he tells us what’s going on.”
Donna B.
“The teachers are great, they are able to customize the lessons towards the students strengths. There’s nothing better than seeing the excitement in the air, the smiles, creativeness and teamwork. Gersh gives the gift that keeps giving, “ENDLESS ADVENTURES.”
Jose R.
“You guys rock! I can’t imagine my son attending any other school. Thank you for everything” – Jose R.