Monday, April 1, 2019

Autism Awareness Day Tomorrow

Wear BLUE for $2 on
  World Autism Awareness Day (tomorrow)
What is Blue for $2?
  • Across the world, schools are participating in Autism Awareness Day where wearing the colour blue celebrates inclusiveness, understanding and acceptance.
  • Wearing blue is in support of those who are on the Autism Spectrum. Donating a toonie provides you with the opportunity to wear blue on April 2nd to support Oakwood and everyone on the Autism Spectrum and their families.

Why is Blue for $2 important?
  • Wearing blue on World Autism Awareness Day shows your support and raises awareness of how we all should care about everyone on the Autism Spectrum.   
What is Autism?
  • Autism impacts the way individuals communicate, understand other people and learn
  • Their senses are effected – either over stimulated or under stimulated (e.g., busy places might be really overwhelming or certain clothes might be uncomfortable)
  • As a result their emotional, social, developmental skills are impacted
What will the funds go towards?

  • All funds raised during Autism Awareness Month go towards much needed sensory equipment and other learning tools to support our student’s developmental needs.

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