TPC Holds Ribbon Cutting, Welcomes Donors to its Newly-Renovated Kitchen and its Enriched CFL Program As Part of Our Commitment to Community, Collaboration and Inclusivity for Students with Special Needs | Nutley, NJ (October 23, 2023) Columbia Bank and the DeMattheis Family joined administrators and teachers at The Phoenix Center in Nutley, NJ, at the […]
Meet Fynn: Our Skateboarding Therapy Dog Making a Difference
You may have seen Fynn, the viral sensation Lab, performing impressive skateboarding and surfing stunts. But what many may not know is that Fynn’s true calling is right here at The Phoenix Center in Nutley. Fynn is not your typical therapy dog. Twice a week, he joins his mom at our private school to work […]
Nutley educator uses immersive approach to teach Spanish to kids with disabilities
We are thrilled to celebrate our very own Isabel Cosme, Spanish teacher at The Phoenix Center, who was recently featured on News12 New Jersey. Isabel’s passion for teaching and her innovative approach to making Spanish accessible to our students with special needs is nothing short of inspiring. At The Phoenix Center, where we serve students […]
10 activities for kids with autism that offer a variety of benefits
We’re excited to share an excerpt from a recent article on Care.com, 10 activities for kids with autism that offer a variety of benefits, that highlights the importance of play for children on the autism spectrum and provides ideas for engaging activities that can support their development. The article features insights from our very own […]