Adaptive Teaching & Learning Autism Services LLC - ABA ATLAS

03/31/2026

We are so excited!!!

👟💙 The Walk for Autism Awareness & Acceptance is back in Hagerstown! Join the free community event April 11 and support Pathfinders for Autism. See link below ⬇️

📸 Provided by Adaptive Teaching & Learning Autism Services, photo by Stephen Porter

03/30/2026

We’re excited to officially launch our Online Auction for our Second Annual Walk for Autism Awareness & Acceptance! 🎉

This year, we’ve received some amazing donations from members of our local community, and they’re now live on our auction site. You can place bids on these items through the end of our event on April 11th. This will be in lieu of raffle baskets.

100% of the proceeds will benefit Pathfinders for Autism, helping us continue to support their incredible work across the state.

Please consider sharing this post with friends and family who may be interested—your support means so much!

By Adaptive Teaching & Learning Autism Services

03/23/2026

Registration is officially CLOSED for our Second Annual Walk for Autism Awareness & Acceptance! 🎉

Didn’t register in time? You can still RSVP via the link below!

Join us on April 11, 2026, at Fairgrounds Park for a day of community, resources, and celebration.
Secure your spot today!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/second-annual-walk-for-autism-awareness-acceptance-tickets-1975020809407?aff=oddtdtcreator

03/23/2026

We’re so excited to highlight our amazing sponsors for the Walk for Autism Awareness & Acceptance 2026!🎉

Warehouse Cinemas Leitersburg
MOMS Offering Meaningful Support
VerStandig Media
Broadhurst Services
Custom Landscape Management, Inc.
The Arc of Washington County, Inc.
Pope Tire Warehouse & Service Center
The Studio 1826
Pathfinders for Autism
S.R.Porter Photography

These businesses are helping us make this event bigger, better, and more impactful—bringing fun, support, and meaningful resources to families in our community.🤍

03/16/2026

We’re Hiring in Hagerstown!

We’re looking for a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to join our center-based team in Hagerstown, MD!

✨ Daytime hours
✨ Make a meaningful difference working with children

If you’re passionate about helping others and interested in joining our team, we’d love to hear from you!

03/13/2026

♿ Did You Know? A New Inclusive Playground Is Coming to Marty Snook Park!

Washington County is moving forward with plans for a new inclusive playground at Marty Snook Park, designed so children of all abilities can play, explore, and enjoy the outdoors together.

The new playground will replace the existing MIHI “Rainbow Connection” playground and the County playground near Pavilion #2, bringing these play areas together into one modern, accessible space for families. The Board of County Commissioners recently awarded the installation contract for the project, marking an important step forward.

The project is also supported by $831,000 in funding from the State of Maryland through Project Open Space, helping make this exciting addition possible. Once complete, the playground will provide an engaging and welcoming environment for children of all abilities and their families.

Stay tuned for details on a future groundbreaking event as this exciting project moves forward!

03/13/2026

Let's talk about: Reinforcement 🏆

What is Reinforcement?
In ABA, reinforcement is what happens immediately following a behavior that increases the likelihood of it occurring more frequently in the future.
Reinforcement can happen in two ways:

Positive Reinforcement: Adding something desirable after a behavior to encourage it.

Negative Reinforcement: Removing something unpleasant after a behavior to encourage it.

Real-Life Examples:

Positive Reinforcement:
Your child cleans up their toys, and you give them extra storytime or praise.
They try a new food, and you celebrate with a high-five or a fun game.

Negative Reinforcement:
They buckle their seatbelt, and the car stops the annoying beeping sound.
A child using noise-canceling headphones in a loud grocery store to remove auditory distress.

Reinforcement helps children understand cause and effect: certain behaviors lead to positive outcomes. By noticing what your child enjoys and using it to reinforce behaviors, you help them learn more effectively and feel motivated to try new skills!

03/11/2026

📣 One Month Away!
Our Walk for Autism Awareness & Acceptance is just one month away, and we can’t wait to see our community come together! 💙

⏰ Registration closes Monday, March 16th, so be sure to secure your spot.

When you register, you can choose:
👕 Registration + Event T-Shirt
✅ General Admission (free) – just so we know you're joining us!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/second-annual-walk-for-autism-awareness-acceptance-tickets-1975020809407?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

Bring your friends, family, and walking shoes—we’re excited for a great day of awareness, acceptance, and community support.

03/05/2026

02/26/2026

Reminder to Join the ATLAS Motion Program Waitlist!

We’re so excited for ATLAS Motion — a brand-new way for neurodiverse individuals ages 10+ (including adults!) to get moving, feel strong, and build confidence! 💪

📍 Hagerstown, MD

💡 Individualized fitness sessions designed to:
• Boost gross motor skills
• Improve balance
• Build functional strength
• Foster confidence in a supportive, neurodiverse-affirming environment

Led by skilled professionals who blend fitness expertise with ABA principles to help participants meet their unique goals.

Free initial trial session so you can experience it firsthand!
Insurance & self-pay options available.

Spots are limited — join the waitlist now!
👉 https://forms.gle/EEBZpZhZM9PiD54E6

📢 Help us spread the word — share this post so others can discover this amazing opportunity!

02/25/2026

Check out this awesome opportunity provided by Pathfinders for Autism in our area on April 16th!

Whether you're in the driver’s seat, passenger seat, or even the back seat, flashing lights and loud sirens can feel overwhelming — and sometimes even frightening — for individuals who are sensitive to sensory input.

This event creates a valuable opportunity for the community to learn what to expect in these situations in a supportive, understanding environment. At the same time, it offers police officers meaningful insight into the experiences of individuals who may be overstimulated, helping build empathy, awareness, and stronger community connections.

Pathfinders for Autism has Traffic Stop Practice Sessions planned all over Maryland this spring. Click the link to sign up and participate. All drivers and passengers are welcome! https://bit.ly/49DkhT8