As early as last year, Mrs. Brenda Aihara has been searching for the school suitable for her daugter, Erina, who just graduated from high school. Erina passed her college entrance exams with flying colors in some prestigious universities in Metro Manila, even landing at top 12 in the overall ranking. However, being a person with autism, she has difficulty integrating herself to new environments. She has yet to master social skills, in spite of years of intensive therapy. In her search, Mrs. Aihara learned that Olivarez College is offering a new course in Library Science -- perfect for Erina who enjoys the solitude of reading.
Last July 4, the Olivarez College auditorium was full of students, teachers, nuns and medical professionals eager to learn about autism. The Autism Society Metro South Chapter headed by Mrs. Imee Alviso and Mrs. Ditas Granada were present to show their support. Mrs. Gina Bermudo, ASP Board of Trustee, was invited to be the resource speaker. As always, Mrs. Bermudo gave a very powerful presentation where she conducted the seminar with much energy and credibility. After the very informative seminar, an immediate second seminar was requested to which Mrs. Bermudo graciously agreed. She warmly touched the audience's hearts by telling actual stories of how persons with autism and their families are coping up with the challenges of living with autism. Emotions overflowed at the conference room. As a result, the attendees promised to spread the message of autism acceptance and inclusion, individually and collectively.
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indeed, give her a chance to shine and she can be perhaps the next generation star in the future - Benjamin Joseph T. Bugarin
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