Autism Spectrum Services
We partner with early childhood programs and school districts to serve children and youth with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) eligibility. Our services align with each district’s needs and preferences, ranging from capacity-building through training in evidence-based practices to student-specific consultation and coaching. Across all models, our goal is to strengthen and support educators so they can effectively teach autistic students the skills to navigate the world and pursue fulfilling lives with dignity and self-determination.
As a team, we embrace the principles of neurodiversity and value autistic ways of thinking as part of the natural range of human experience; different but not less. At the same time, we recognize that autism is also a disability, and many children and families face significant daily challenges. Our work reflects both truths: we honor and build upon each student’s strengths and dignity while ensuring they receive the skilled, specialized support needed to learn, grow, and pursue fulfilling lives.
Bringing Professionals Together
Visit the Oregon Department of Education's Regional Inclusive Services (RIS) page for information on statewide Autism Spectrum services and links to the other. RIS across the state.
Autism Events
Autism Spectrum
Regionwide Autism Professional Learning Community
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Columbia Regional Inclusive Services
Autism Spectrum
Instruction that Works: Practical Classroom Strategies for Autistic Students with Complex Needs
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Columbia Regional Inclusive Services