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Pacific Autism Center for Education

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Like this page to connect with others in the autism community, learn about community resources and events, and hear about the individuals we serve! Our mission is to enhance the lives of people impacted by autism through innovation, exceptional education, and compassionate care. PACE was founded in 1989 by a group of concerned parents and educators as a private, nonprofit 501(C)(3) organization to meet the critical need of providing education and care for children and adults with autism/developmental disabilities and their families. Before this time, many of our students were placed in inappropriate classroom settings and many of our residential clients were housed in unsuitable state hospitals and development centers. Without the support of an encouraging, attentive environment, the ability to develop the skills necessary for achieving integration into the community was doubtful. Starting with 14 students in 1989 and one group home in 1992, PACE now offers comprehensive services including Sunny Days Preschool, an inclusive preschool for children ages 2 ½- 6, the PACE School serving ages 6-22, PACE Residential group homes, Faces Behavioral Services for children with 1:1 Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), and Porchlight Autism Education Series, a free e-learning training system with over 50 modules for parent and caregiver solutions to implement at home. To learn more about PACE, visit www.pacificautism.org
To visit our Porchlight Autism Education Series, visit www.porchlighteducation.org

10/12/2026

We had a great time at the Smile Farm on Saturday supporting Animal Assisted Happiness in their annual fundraiser. What a wonderful organization, we sure do love the services they provide for the community!

10/09/2026

Hosted by Ipsita Bhattacharya, this episode of Setting the PACE! features Kira Smith, a Special Education Teacher at PACE who works with our youngest learners in Room 2. With experience in both special and general education classrooms, Kira builds individualized learning environments where every student feels safe, respected, understood, and included.

In this conversation, Kira unpacks regulation before behavior. She covers how to spot the early signs of overwhelm, how to tailor support to each learner, and how 𝗰𝗼-𝗿𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 and a calm adult presence can turn a hard moment around. She also explains how a regulation-first approach builds trust, communication, and engagement over time.

Her reminder for educators and families: 𝘱𝘢𝘶𝘴𝘦, 𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘣𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘪𝘰𝘳, and 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘥 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘴𝘢𝘧𝘦𝘵𝘺.

Guided by our pillars of 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲, 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿, 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁, and 𝗔𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗳𝘆, this episode is a reminder that calm comes first and learning follows.

Learn more at pacificautism.org.

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10/08/2026

On Sunday, October 18, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, The Bernal Scream is proud to present our first-ever Ghouls and Goblins Sensory-Friendly Day Show— a welcoming, accessible haunted house experience specially designed for sensory-sensitive and neurodivergent individuals, as well as their family and friends. Think of this event as a fun, spooky museum—without the overwhelming elements.

🎃 Sensory-Friendly Features at The Bernal Scream
👻 No jump scares
🧙 No actors
💡No flashing lights
💡Semi-dim, comfortably bright overhead lighting
🎶 Soft Halloween music in the background
🧑🧑🧒🧒 Only one group admitted at a time for a calm environment
♿ Wheelchair accessible haunted houses
🚪Plenty of exits available for breaks

We are thrilled to invite the community to our inaugural Sensory-Friendly Ghouls and Goblins Day— an event designed so everyone can have a safe, enjoyable, and memorable Halloween experience. We hope to see you there!

Santa Clara County Fairgrounds - Gateway Hall
📅 Sunday, October 18, 4:00 – 6:00 PM
🎟 Only $15 per person! Buy online now at TheBernalScream.com or at the door the day of
🚘 Enter at Gate C, 200 Old Tully Road, San Jose, 95111
🚗 Park in Lot C. Fees range from $15 to $30. Credit card only.

10/07/2026

We're singing our way through fall. We love music class with Mr. Chris!

10/06/2026

Say hello to the newest members of the PACE Youth Leadership Committee! This wonderful group of students from 20 high schools across the Bay Area is passionate about making a difference. Together, they’ll be leading initiatives, organizing events, and raising awareness to support PACE and the autism community. We are looking forward to an exciting upcoming year!

10/05/2026

Monday, October 5th is World Teacher's Day. At PACE we recognize all of our teachers and the incredible work they are doing. World Teacher's Day is a day to acknowledge the impact teachers have on shaping the lives of children. We appreciate everything our teachers do at PACE.

10/02/2026

In October, we want to bring awareness to AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) Month. Our goal at PACE is to give everyone a way to communicate, connect, and participate.

We use unaided systems, such as sign language and gestures, and aided systems such as picture boards, communication books, and speech generating tablets to help our students be able to communicate. These systems give our students a sense of autonomy and inclusion in their world as they become active participants in their day.

10/01/2026

We had a great time at our 18th Annual Golf Classic last week. A huge thank you to all our sponsors, players, volunteers, and dinner guests for making this event a success. With the success of our auctions, raffles, and on course contests, were able to raise over $130,000 for our Residential Homes. Thank you for supporting PACE, we can't wait to do it all again next year!

09/30/2026

Oh what fun we had in Girl's Group! The girls had a great time accessorizing, playing, and enjoying some down time among the busy school day.

09/28/2026

What better way to enjoy this beautiful weather we have been having than with a bubble party!

We love watching the bubbles swirl about our campus. What a great sensory experience! We can't wait for the next one.

Address

1880 Pruneridge Avenue
San Jose, CA
95050

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4pm
Tuesday	8am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

Telephone

+14082453400

Website

https://www.pacificautism.org/

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