The Skill Tree

04/22/2026

Tickets sold out last year, so do not wait.

If you want to attend an amazing LEGO Bingo event for a great cause, now is the time to grab your tickets. This fun, family-friendly event is designed to be welcoming and neurodivergent friendly, creating a space where everyone can enjoy the excitement together.

Expect great prizes, lots of fun, and a meaningful way to support an organization making a difference in our community.

Get your tickets now before they are gone again.

Lego Bingo Event located in Hampstead Maryland at Fireside on Main to benefit The Skill Tree in their 2026 adventures.

04/11/2026

As Autism Acceptance Month continues, let’s talk about one of the most important places for inclusion… our schools.

Autism acceptance in schools goes beyond accommodations. It is about creating environments where students feel safe, understood, and valued for who they are. Every child deserves the opportunity to learn in a space that supports their communication style, sensory needs, and unique way of thinking.

Acceptance means recognizing that neurodivergent students are not “less than” or in need of fixing. They are individuals with strengths, perspectives, and abilities that deserve to be celebrated and supported.

At The Skill Tree, we see how powerful the right support can be. When students are given the tools, patience, and understanding they need, confidence grows, communication improves, and real connections begin to form.

It also starts with education and awareness among peers, teachers, and staff. Teaching acceptance early helps build more compassionate classrooms and stronger communities.

Every child deserves to feel like they belong.

Let’s continue to advocate for inclusive schools where all students can learn, grow, and thrive.

04/10/2026

Hey Carroll County, Help Us Make LEGO Bingo Night Amazing!

The Skill Tree is currently seeking family sponsors, business sponsors, raffle donors, vendors, and volunteers to help make our upcoming LEGO Bingo fundraiser a huge success. please tag Anyone You

There are many ways to support:

🎁 Sponsor a LEGO Prize
Donate funds for us to purchase a LEGO set to use as a bingo prize.

🧺 Donate a Raffle Item
Gift baskets, gift cards, products, or services are all appreciated for our raffle tables.

🛍️ Vendor Opportunities Available
We are especially interested in vendors whose products or services would benefit the neurodivergent community and their families.

🙌 Volunteer With Us
Help us run games, manage raffles, assist guests, and make the evening a success.

Every donation, sponsorship, and helping hand directly supports The Skill Tree and the incredible individuals and families we serve.

If you are interested in participating, sponsoring, donating, vending, or volunteering, please reach out to us today. We would love to partner with you!

04/10/2026

Here it is, everyone... the BIG news is finally here! 🎉

LEGO Bingo is BACK, and The Skill Tree is bringing bigger prizes, bigger fun, and giant LEGO sets plus epic baskets worth showing up for!

Join us for an unforgettable night of fun, prizes, and community as we raise funds for The Skill Tree Center.

📅 Saturday, June 13th
🕕 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 The Firehouse Event Space
Doors open at 5:00 PM

🎟️ Tickets: $35 Each
Includes:
✔️ 6 Bingo Cards
✔️ 3 Door Prize Tickets
✔️ 20 Exciting Games featuring LEGO sets valued at $50+
https://www.theskilltreemd.com/event-details/2026-lego-bingo-fundraiser-for-the-skill-tree

🎫 Want More Chances to Win?
Add 3 Extra Bingo Cards for Just $5

✨ Plus Enjoy:
🎁 Door Prizes
🎟️ 50/50 Raffle
🎉 Pull Tickets
🎉 Additional Raffles with Awesome Prizes

🍕 Snacks Available On Site
We are also working on partnerships to bring in Chick-fil-A sandwiches and pizza for purchase!

Come out, have fun, win big, and support an amazing cause in our community. We cannot wait to see you there!

Lego Bingo Event located in Hampstead Maryland at Fireside on Main to benefit The Skill Tree in their 2026 adventures.

04/09/2026

As Autism Acceptance Month continues, we want to talk about something that truly matters… the workplace.

Autism acceptance does not stop at school age. It carries into adulthood, into careers, and into everyday opportunities that everyone deserves access to.

Neurodivergent individuals bring incredible strengths to the workplace. Attention to detail, honesty, creativity, unique problem solving, and dedication are just a few of the qualities that make inclusive teams stronger.

But acceptance means more than just hiring. It means creating environments where individuals feel supported, understood, and set up to succeed. That can look like clear communication, flexible expectations, sensory friendly spaces, and a willingness to see people for what they can do, not just where they may need support.

At The Skill Tree, we work hard to prepare individuals with the life and job skills they need, while also advocating for workplaces to become more inclusive and accepting. Because true acceptance means opening doors and making sure people are able to walk through them with confidence.

Inclusion is not just good for individuals. It is good for businesses, communities, and the future.

If you are a local business, we encourage you to think about how you can create a more inclusive workplace. Small changes can make a big impact.

04/09/2026

Something BIG is coming to The Skill Tree... 👀

A fun community event is in the works, and we have a feeling you are going to want to mark your calendar for this one.

Any guesses what we are planning?

Drop your ideas below and stay tuned for the big reveal.

04/07/2026

April is Autism Acceptance Month, and at The Skill Tree, this month means so much more than awareness. It is about true acceptance, understanding, and action.

Autism Acceptance Month is important because it shifts the focus from simply recognizing autism to embracing and supporting individuals for who they are. It is about creating spaces where neurodivergent individuals feel safe, valued, and empowered to be themselves without pressure to mask or change who they are.

At The Skill Tree, this mission is at the core of everything we do. We work every day to build life skills, confidence, and community for neurodivergent individuals. We advocate for inclusion, celebrate differences, and provide support that meets each person where they are.

We believe that acceptance leads to opportunity, and opportunity leads to growth.

This month and every month, we stand with the autism community and continue to fight for a more inclusive, understanding world.

If you have been part of our community, we would love for you to share what acceptance means to you.

04/03/2026

What’s your favorite sensory friendly fidget or toy?

From squishy stress balls to fidget spinners, textured putty, pop-its, and beyond… there are so many great tools out there that help with focus, regulation, and comfort.

At The Skill Tree, we love seeing what works best for each individual. Everyone is different, and sometimes the smallest tools can make the biggest impact.

So we want to hear from YOU.

What’s your go-to fidget or sensory toy?
What helps you (or your child) feel calm, focused, or regulated?

Drop your favorites in the comments and let’s build a list the whole community can benefit from.

04/02/2026

The demand for autism services is rising rapidly across the country, and the system is struggling to keep up.

More families are seeking answers, support, and real-life skills for their children than ever before. But with that growth comes longer wait times, limited access, and systems that aren’t always built to support the full picture.

And that’s the key.

Because autism support isn’t just about diagnosis. It’s about what comes next.
Social skills.
Life skills.
Confidence.
Connection.

Research continues to show that families need accessible, individualized support that meets their child where they are and grows with them over time.

That’s exactly why places like The Skill Tree matter.

We focus on real-world skills, meaningful relationships, and creating a space where individuals can build confidence, independence, and a sense of belonging.

Because support shouldn’t stop at awareness.
It should lead to opportunity.

If your family is navigating this journey, you’re not alone. And there are places built to help you move forward.

Autism care has become a $4bn-$5bn business in America as diagnoses have quintupled over 20 years, straining state budgets and raising concerns about treatment quality.

03/29/2026

Great Afternoon TST friends and supporters! I wanted to take a minute to let you know of the happenings this week and to give a little warning of possible last minute changes…

Tomorrow Dr.Steve and I (Ms.Tasha) are being promoted to our best positions yet… GRANDPARENTS! Our daughter Taylor will be delivering her beautiful daughter Sophie! We could not be more excited! What this means is there may or may not be changes in Dr.Steve’s schedule. We don’t anticipate any changes to group schedules as long as everything goes smoothly.

As most of you know Dr.Steve and I have had some profound loses in our family this year, as well as profound friendship loses. We so appreciate everyone’s kindness and support. But we want to share this happy news too and have you get to be a part of the good parts of our life too! After all this community that we are all building together is what makes us most grateful.

So, if you need either of us, trust we are still here! Don’t hesitate to call or text, just know it might take a bit for us to get back to you. For Dr.Steve if it’s an emergency call once, then call back a second time about 3 mins later so he knows it’s emergent. And for all you grandmoms and grandpa’s out there drop us some ADVICE! We would love to hear your stories!!

As for groups this week- we will be celebrating SPRING BREAK! NEW LIFE! All groups will be having a Spring Break Party! Pizza, snacky snacks and good times! Cause sometimes you just have to party!!

See ya at The Skill Tree!