Hussman Institute for Autism

Hussman Institute for Autism www.hussmanautism.org
www.scaffolds.org Our vision is a world where differently-abled individuals are valued as equals, embraced, and included.

The Institute provides open-access resources, training, information, and program models built upon positive supports, presumed
competence, scaffolded learning, and community engagement.

peer-time at school is important for kids who are developing communication skills, including those who use AAC, communic...
06/03/2026

peer-time at school is important for kids who are developing communication skills, including those who use AAC, communication boards, or other communication supports

When teaching new ideas or words, start with whatever the person is interested in, and build and expand on those interes...
05/29/2026

When teaching new ideas or words, start with whatever the person is interested in, and build and expand on those interests!

May is National Water Safety Month! Teach kids with autism lifesaving water skills early, and keep practicing them toget...
05/20/2026

May is National Water Safety Month! Teach kids with autism lifesaving water skills early, and keep practicing them together.
Use visuals and model each skill to help kids stay safe around water.

Participation doesn’t have to look one specific way. Be flexible and creative in how you define success!
05/11/2026

Participation doesn’t have to look one specific way. Be flexible and creative in how you define success!

Support student connections by noticing shared interests, giving simple ways to connect, and including activities that d...
05/05/2026

Support student connections by noticing shared interests, giving simple ways to connect, and including activities that don’t rely only on spoken language!

the goal of scaffolding is to provide the “just right” amount of support for each student...not too much and not too lit...
04/29/2026

the goal of scaffolding is to provide the “just right” amount of support for each student...not too much and not too little!

Before asking a question, ask yourself: - does my student with autism have a way to respond? - do they have the communic...
04/23/2026

Before asking a question, ask yourself:
- does my student with autism have a way to respond?
- do they have the communication supports they need to respond?

communicating about a deep interest or passion can feel easier, safer, and more motivating for many kids with autism!
04/14/2026

communicating about a deep interest or passion can feel easier, safer, and more motivating for many kids with autism!

Presuming competence doesn’t mean expecting that your student knows everything. Part of presuming competence is teaching...
04/09/2026

Presuming competence doesn’t mean expecting that your student knows everything. Part of presuming competence is teaching - offering definitions, providing background information, and offering context around something new.

The goal should be to add more rich content into the person’s life and build on their desire to learn.

04/07/2026

Big day at the State House! Statewide Autism Coordinator Victoria Rodríguez-Roldán & the MD Autism Coalition joined legislators for Autism Acceptance Day.

Honored to witness the coalition being recognized in both the House & Senate galleries as resolutions were presented. Progress in action!

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6021 University Boulevard, Ste 490
Ellicott City, MD
21043

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+14438602580

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