Written by Anna O'Connor-Morin , Associate Superintendent of Education UCP Charter Schools Core literacy and numeracy skills form the foundation of all future learning, making them essential areas for parents to support at home. Literacy begins with exposure to rich language—reading aloud, discussing stories, and encouraging children to express their thoughts verbally or in writing. Numeracy thrives when children see numbers in real-life contexts, such as cooking, shopping, o

Written by Katie Folsom, Administrative Assistant/Receptionist at UCP of Central Florida, West Orange When I first came across the job listing for an Administrative Assistant/Receptionist at UCP of Central Florida in April 2021, I was between jobs and looking for a fresh start. At the time, my son Connor was three years old and had recently been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder with Speech Delay. Like many parents navigating this new world, I was searching for the righ

Written By: Elise Hartigan, MSW , Curriculum & Instruction Autism Specialist The TEACCH Method is a structured teaching approach designed to support individuals with autism and other exceptionalities. It focuses on creating clear, predictable environments that promote independence and reduce anxiety. This year, UCP introduced the TEACCH framework across its ESE More Supportive Classrooms (MSCs) to strengthen consistency, student engagement, and self-directed learning. Visual