Barbara Boroson

Licensed Master Social Worker,
Scholastic & ASCD author,
National Speaker & Autism Inclusion Specialist
 
~providing practical, dynamic autism support for general educators~

“Wow, wow, wow! I loved your webinar! We've just gone into Covid lockdown in Western Australia, and your suggestions are gold!”

Eileen Flanagan, STEM Teacher of Indigenous Students, Fremantle, Western Australia

Barbara‘s presentation was fantastic. I learned more about autism spectrum disorder in this one hour than I did in all my thirty years of teaching!

—Debbie Dermady, NYSRA/ILA State Coordinator

“An engaging, thoughtful and valuable resource. Highly recommended!”

—Matt Stoeckel, PsychCentral

"I could not put this book down! It has helped us all understand that there are no limitations on students who are on the spectrum!"

—Monica Rainey, 4th-grade inclusion teacher, Ripley, MI

”Barbara's presentation was absolutely worthy of the standing ovation she received.“

—Kathryn Greene, Executive Director, The Light House, Groton, CT

“Concise, crystal clear, clever, supportive, and even funny, while always thorough.”

—Dr. Paul Farrell, School Psychologist, NY

”We can't wait to have Barbara back next year!”

—Dr. Michael Shaw, Director, NCTE Reading Collaborative

“Teachers need understanding, practical answers, and strategies like these. This is a terrific book.”

—Glenn Roark, teacher, Hohenfels MS/HS, Hohenfels, Germany

“Check out this great resource. Boroson’s book covers it all!”

—Brian Smith, 2017 Teacher-of-the-Year, Alexander County, NC

“[This book] provides a profound understanding of the complexity of ASD... while still celebrating the beauty and strength of every individual child."

—Cathy Rodriguez, SpEd Teacher, Pelham, NY

“This book IS AWESOME!”

—Debra Frantz, parent

“We are using your book around the world! Well done, and thank you.”

—LeAndra Smith, SpEd Teacher, US Dept. of Defense Education in Europe & the Southwest Pacitic

“I cannot think of anything better the author could do. Yes, it is that good!”

—Steven Swiger, general education teacher, US Department of Defense Education in Europe

“Barbara has a wealth of experience to share with her audience. She is an engaging, and wonderful speaker."

—Julie Piepenbring, Exec. VP/CCO, Adelbrook Behav. & Devel. Services

“When Barbara spoke to my graduate students in psychology, it was as memorable a class as they ever had."

—Dr. Paul Farrell, School Psychologist, NY

“My speech/language pathology graduate students were absolutely spellbound by Barbara’s presentation."

—Vicki Ettenger, Adj. Professor, Mercy College, NY

“Barbara’s keynote address and breakout sessions were exactly what our district needed…. A perfect presentation."

—Tony Thurman, Ph.D., Superintendent, Cabot Public Schools, AR

“Because of Barbara’s unique and compelling perspective on autism, my life as an educator was changed forever."

—Brian Evans, President, BoE, Cabot Public Schools, AR

“Authoritative and articulate, warm and wise; a wonderful learning experience with a true expert."

—Mark Heller, Head of School, Academy at the Lakes, FL

“Terrific class! I learned so much! I can’t wait to attend any other workshops Barbara offers in the future!"

—Anna Maria Parejo, Gen. Ed. Teacher, TX

“I loved the collaborative format of the course, supported by Barbara's expert input."

—Laura D'Amato, Reading Specialist, Bellmore, NY

"A BIG THANK YOU!  Your book...is the best resource I have had in my 17 years as a teacher! Wow!"

—Kathryn Reedy, Intervention Specialist K--5, Ohio

“Educators and parents were equally enlightened and captivated during Barbara’s presentation."

—Lynda Bedri, Board Member, The Light House, Groton, CT

“Barbara was an inspiration."

—Cecelia Davidson, Ph.D. CCC-SLP, Faculty, Bank Street College of Education, NY

“Incredibly engaging and practical session….You ‘hooked’ me!"

—Thom Ronk, Teaching & Learning Senior Manager, Teaching Tolerance

“It was wonderful brainstorming together and learning from the experience Barbara has collected from her different roles as an educator, administrator, and parent."

—Krista Zucker, Special Education Teacher, NY

Barbara Boroson

Licensed Master Social Worker 
Scholastic & ASCD author
National Speaker & Autism Inclusion Specialist
~providing practical, dynamic autism support for general educators~

“Wow, wow, wow! I loved your webinar! We've just gone into Covid lockdown in Western Australia, and your suggestions are gold!”

Eileen Flanagan, STEM Teacher of Indigenous Students, Fremantle, Western Australia

Barbara‘s presentation was fantastic. I learned more about autism spectrum disorder in this one hour than I did in all my thirty years of teaching!

—Debbie Dermady, NYSRA/ILA State Coordinator

“An engaging, thoughtful and valuable resource. Highly recommended!”

—Matt Stoeckel, PsychCentral

"I could not put this book down! It has helped us all understand that there are no limitations on students who are on the spectrum!"

—Monica Rainey, 4th-grade inclusion teacher, Ripley, MI

”Barbara's presentation was absolutely worthy of the standing ovation she received.“

—Kathryn Greene, Executive Director, The Light House, Groton, CT

“Concise, crystal clear, clever, supportive, and even funny, while always thorough.”

—Dr. Paul Farrell, School Psychologist, NY

”We can't wait to have Barbara back next year!”

—Dr. Michael Shaw, Director, NCTE Reading Collaborative

“Teachers need understanding, practical answers, and strategies like these. This is a terrific book.”

—Glenn Roark, teacher, Hohenfels MS/HS, Hohenfels, Germany

“Check out this great resource. Boroson’s book covers it all!”

—Brian Smith, 2017 Teacher-of-the-Year, Alexander County, NC

“[This book] provides a profound understanding of the complexity of ASD... while still celebrating the beauty and strength of every individual child."

—Cathy Rodriguez, SpEd Teacher, Pelham, NY

“This book IS AWESOME!”

—Debra Frantz, parent

“We are using your book around the world! Well done, and thank you.”

—LeAndra Smith, SpEd Teacher, US Dept. of Defense Education in Europe & the Southwest Pacitic

“I cannot think of anything better the author could do. Yes, it is that good!”

—Steven Swiger, general education teacher, US Department of Defense Education in Europe

“Barbara has a wealth of experience to share with her audience. She is an engaging, and wonderful speaker."

—Julie Piepenbring, Exec. VP/CCO, Adelbrook Behav. & Devel. Services

“When Barbara spoke to my graduate students in psychology, it was as memorable a class as they ever had."

—Dr. Paul Farrell, School Psychologist, NY

“My speech/language pathology graduate students were absolutely spellbound by Barbara’s presentation."

—Vicki Ettenger, Adj. Professor, Mercy College, NY

“Barbara’s keynote address and breakout sessions were exactly what our district needed…. A perfect presentation."

—Tony Thurman, Ph.D., Superintendent, Cabot Public Schools, AR

“Because of Barbara’s unique and compelling perspective on autism, my life as an educator was changed forever."

—Brian Evans, President, BoE, Cabot Public Schools, AR

“Authoritative and articulate, warm and wise; a wonderful learning experience with a true expert."

—Mark Heller, Head of School, Academy at the Lakes, FL

“Terrific class! I learned so much! I can’t wait to attend any other workshops Barbara offers in the future!"

—Anna Maria Parejo, Gen. Ed. Teacher, TX

“I loved the collaborative format of the course, supported by Barbara's expert input."

—Laura D'Amato, Reading Specialist, Bellmore, NY

"A BIG THANK YOU!  Your book...is the best resource I have had in my 17 years as a teacher! Wow!"

—Kathryn Reedy, Intervention Specialist K--5, Ohio

“Educators and parents were equally enlightened and captivated during Barbara’s presentation."

—Lynda Bedri, Board Member, The Light House, Groton, CT

“Barbara was an inspiration."

—Cecelia Davidson, Ph.D. CCC-SLP, Faculty, Bank Street College of Education, NY

“Incredibly engaging and practical session….You ‘hooked’ me!"

—Thom Ronk, Teaching & Learning Senior Manager, Teaching Tolerance

“It was wonderful brainstorming together and learning from the experience Barbara has collected from her different roles as an educator, administrator, and parent."

—Krista Zucker, Special Education Teacher, NY

Consultation and Support for Parents & Guardians

Barbara Boroson provides supportive, individualized consulting and case management for parents and caregivers, including:

  • advocacy
  • parenting guidance
  • evaluation consultation and interpretation
  • therapeutic provider search support
  • IEP planning support
  • IEP meeting consultation and advocacy
  • school search support
  • school visits and observations
  • transition planning
  • adjustment and grief counseling
  • family counseling

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Fully updated 2nd edition, from Scholastic

Making an Inclusive Classroom Work

Making an Inclusive Classroom Work

  Barbara Boroson Licensed Master Social Worker,Scholastic & ASCD author,National Speaker & Autism Inclusion Specialist   ~providing practical, dynamic autism support for general educators~ Barbara‘s presentation was fantastic. I learned more about autism...

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