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Public Policy Update | State and Federal Budgets

Monday, Jun 02, 2025

Autism Society of North Carolina Public Policy updates: State and Federal Budget Updates Key takeaways North Carolina State Budget Update U.S. Federal Budget Update Act Now With Our Thanks   State and Federal Budget Updates Both state and federal lawmakers are currently working to finalize their budgets, which significantly affect services for people with autism…

IEP – Summary of Performance for Graduating Seniors

Wednesday, May 28, 2025

It’s graduation season. If you have a high school student with an IEP, you and your student should have been invited to a very important IEP meeting during the last thirty days of school: the summary of performance (SOP) meeting. All students with an IEP have an SOP meeting before they transition out of high…

IGNITE JUMPSTART: For Rising Autistic High School Seniors

Monday, May 05, 2025

About IGNITE The Autism Society of North Carolina (ASNC) IGNITE programs are unique ā€œpeer-to-peerā€ community centers for young adults with high-functioning autism or Asperger’s Syndrome. Located in Davidson and Raleigh, they provide a place where autistic individuals can safely navigate the transition from high school to adult life. Members spend time together learning and socializing…

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