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The Walk for Autism - Virginia funds scholarships used for behavioral therapy programs such as Applied Behavioral Analysis or Relationship
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Recognize a friend or loved one on the spectrum!
$100 will honor your loved one on a commemorative
sign. The sign can include photos and words of
encouragement for them or a special message about them
from you. All signs will have the ASA-NV & Walk for
Autism logos and the date of the walk. These signs
will be placed along the walk route for all to see and
are yours to keep after the Walk. Contact us at
(703)859-0030 or info@walkforautismva.org to place
your order for a sign. View Sample Sign here
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website has been created to provide general information about
the Walk for Austim - Virginia events. Sources that contain valuable
information are located here. For specific
medical advice about autism, individuals should contact their
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The
Walk is on, Rain or Shine!
The 4th Annual Walk for Autism
October 25th, 2008 |
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for Autism, Virginia is pleased to announce its 4th annual Autism
Walk on Saturday, October 25th at the Prince William County Fairgrounds in Manassas, VA. The Autism Walk, which will help
raise awareness about the increasing frequency of autism and
fund educational scholarships, is sponsored by the Autism Society of America's
Northern Virginia Chapter.
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Over the past two years, Congressman Tom Davis (VA-11th) shared his concerns and hopes about autism at the event.
As last year, other local politicians will speak at the event
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For more information see the events
page, or email us at info@walkforautismva.org
for for further details about how you can help.
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The 3rd Annual Walk for Autism - Virginia
, a Tremendous Success!
During the 2007 Walk, more than 425 families, individuals, friends, school groups and people of all ages participated.
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There were many highlights before, during, and after the walk. In the opening ceremony, several prominent community members including Congressman Tom Davis of the 11th district, Virginia, Mr. Corey A. Stewart, Occoquan District Supervisor, Ms. Tessie Wilson, Fairfax County School Board Member, Mr. Milton Johns, Prince William County School Board Member, Ms. Pamela Gauch, Associate Superintendent for Student Learning and Accountability, Prince William County Schools, and Andrea Kramer, Executive Director of the Autism Society of America’s Northern Virginia chapter spoke about early intervention and their future vision for children with autism. Walk participants honored The Superstar Students of the Day (children with autism spectrum disorders) by taking a photo with our distinguished guests.
A Spongebob moon bounce, bubbles and games offered fun for the kids. Hands in Demand provided massages at a discount with all proceeds supporting the walk. Tasty treats were available including Starbucks coffee, donuts from Shoppers Food Warehouse, Dominoes Pizza, bake sale items and of course, bottled water. DJ Jonathan "J" Riley kept the energy flowing by playing fun family music. Professional photographer, Karen Nutini, graciously donated her time to capture wonderful moments in pictures. Various local and national companies exhibited to provide information about products and services available to families with ASD children
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