One Step Closer – Transformation
The story of a boy who came to Gersh Academy with minimal language and social awareness.
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Stop the Summer Slide
Summer is here and school is out! Many children eagerly look forward to their summer activities and less structure, but for some, and especially for those with autism, it can lead to a phenomenon known as the “summer slide” or “summer slump,” where children regress over the summer and lose some of their skills. But
5 Tips to Deal with Passengers as a Neurodiverse Driver
Driving is a great way to get yourself from point A to point B, but driving alone all the time can be quite lonely. However, passengers can be a distraction for a driver, and prove quite dangerous at times, especially for a neurodiverse driver. Whether you’re worried you’ll be too distracted by your friend telling
Does Health Insurance Have To Provide Autism Related Services?
Having a child on the autism spectrum often comes with an increase in medical appointments, therapies, and evaluations. If you’re new to all of this, it can be quite confusing to figure out what you need to get your child help; having to work out your insurance coverage on top of it all is an
Preparing Teens for Driving in the Summer
School’s out for the summer, and so is your licensed teenager! They’re on the road heading off to pool parties, beach weekends, and late night hang outs. In the summer, more teens are on the road than any other time of the year, and unfortunately that means it is also the deadliest time of the
What kind of students fit the Extended Program?
What is Neurodiversity? Here at Gersh Drivers Ed, we feature a unique program we call our “Extended Program.” The Extended Program is designed to help the aspiring driver who needs a little bit extra than your average program typically provides. So who are the students we typically cater to? Neurodiversity Defined You’ve likely heard the
April 2nd is Autism Acceptance Day
April 2nd is recognized around the world as Autism Awareness Day, but many in the autistic community are pushing for it to be formally changed to Autism Acceptance Day. Why is this word change so significant? Awareness vs. Acceptance Awareness is having knowledge and understanding that something exists, which is important for sure, yet acceptance
Videos
Gersh in the NYC Columbus Day Parade 2019
This year, we made our presence known in the NYC Columbus Day Parade for the second year in a row!
Gersh Academy Halloween Dance 2019
Check out this great recap video of the Halloween Dance at our West Hempstead Location!
Field Day @ West Hills Day Camp 2019
It was another fun-filled field day – where our Gersh Academy students in West Hempstead got to explore 18-acres of traditional camp grounds at West Hills Day Camp!
Gersh Academy NY Class of 2019
We are all so very proud of each and every one of our students for their accomplishments this year, as we know our graduating class will succeed in anything they put their hearts and minds into.
Press
Kevin Gersh Helps Young People Find Success
Newsday caught up with Kevin Gersh to hear about his charitable donation to the students at Wyandanch High School.
School to be built at New York Equestrian Center in West Hempstead
LI Herald writes about the upcoming GA@NYEC Partner School.
Gersh Academy to open new school at a riding stable in 2019
Newsday covers the partnership between Gersh Academy and the New York Equestrian Center.
School tailored for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder coming to Issaquah
The Tacoma Daily Index writes about the upcoming Gersh Academy at Cougar Mountain.
Gersh Students go on to Adelphi
Gersh Academy Student Graduates Gersh and moves on to Adelphi College.