Special needs
Side by Side: Helping people with disabilities connect socially
The founder of Side by Side, Jacki Edry, is a mother of five, one of whom, a 29-year-old son, is on the autism spectrum.
Israel education system short 3,000 teachers, raising fears over quality of learning
The Rebbe's vision of human potential lives on through Friendship Circle - opinion
The invisible scar is the one we refuse to see - opinion
BIG to run special needs 'quiet centers'
"We decided to enlist for the people and families who need a customized shopping environment like breathable air," said Yasmin Elad, BIG's corporate responsibility manager.
Autistic student given 'quiet workspace' over a toilet
Funding limitations led staff to try repurposing the bathroom, which was used for storage, superintendent Greg Baker said. No student used the space during the school day, he added.
A communications class comes to Samaria
“Just before age three we put our daughter, who is autistic and nonverbal, on a bus to Hod Hasharon,” explained one parent who asked not to be identified.
Special education in Israel: Same mess, different year, say parents
However, according to parents and advocates for children with special needs, it’s the same old mess, just a different year.
Special education reform delayed due to lack of preparation
The Ministry of Education's announcement about two months ago that the "New Horizon" reform will apply to all special education schools was not made with the proper preparations.
Buddy Baseball All-Stars shine bright in the capital
“An event like this evening highlights the fact that we are all champions.”
Jamie Foxx praises Shalva Band
"This is so beautiful and close to my heart! What an inspiring group of talented young men and women!"
Special needs children soar among the treetops
“It’s fun to participate in the activities and get to know the guides and other campers,” said Yinon Ravivo, aged 17, sixth time at camp.
Prime minister awards wings to first special needs Druze IDF soldier
Alongside him is Lieutenant G., a helicopter pilot who is the first Druze to complete an IAF pilot’s course in the history of the State of Israel.
Special Needs: A new rehabilitative path in the Negev
“The people in the Negev deserve facilities that are as good as, or better than, those that are available for the people in the center of the country,” says Siev-Ner.
