The Mariposa School for Children with Autism

The Mariposa School is a non-profit organization created specifically to offer children with autism and other developmental disabilities year round, intensive instruction using innovative teaching techniques. Based in Cary, North Carolina, the school has attracted international attention for its progressive teaching curriculum and various programming opportunities. Families from across the country and world have relocated so their children can attend the school - a testament to the effectiveness of its teaching methodology and commitments to helping these students succeed. Each program is tailored to fit individual needs so that the student may realize his/her maximum potential.

Mariposa's instruction targets a broad range of educational, behavioral, speech, social and motor dysfunctions in a single integrated setting. The teaching methodology we use has been scientifically validated and is based on the principles of applied behavior analysis. Special attention is given to the factors that motivate each individual to learn. Through the practice of daily measurement of progress towards individual goals, the educational team, consisting of the program director, lead instructor, instructor(s) and parents are kept abreast of the student’s progress. Data analysis allows the team to make dynamic changes in each student’s program in order to achieve maximum progress. Intensive one-on-one interaction occurs between each student and his or her instructor to provide continuous opportunities for the children to learn new skills throughout the day. Students may also spend scheduled time in group activities when appropriate. As part of the individualized plan for each student, opportunities are also created to teach students how to interact with peers in order to acquire, practice and generalize appropriate social behaviors.

The goal for the students is to learn to communicate effectively, become increasingly independent, interact appropriately with others, and enjoy their learning experience.

Recent News

Autism School in Cary holds Festival to Raise Money for Scholarships (0 Comments)

September 19, 2011

September 19, 2011/FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Emily Nettnin Earle, 919-461-0600, eearle@mariposaschool.org Autism School in Cary holds Festival to Raise Money for Scholarships CARY – The Mariposa School for Children with Autism is holding its 4th Annual Maripolooza Festival at... Read more >

Mariposa School Holds Film Event for Special Needs Community (0 Comments)

June 21, 2011

June 21, 2011/FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Emily Nettnin Earle, 919-461-0600, eearle@mariposaschool.org Cary Autism School Holds Film Event for Special Needs Community CARY: The Mariposa School for Children with Autism is hosting a Film Event for the Special Needs Community... Read more >

Man Plans Run Across NC to Help Cary's Mariposa School (0 Comments)

April 28, 2011

Cary Citizen Reporter Matt Young recently covered the Making Strides for Autism Run in the Cary paper. We are thrilled with his coverage and hope to share future press updates with our friends and supporters. You can read Matt’s article... Read more >

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Recent Articles

Autism Takes Flight (0 Comments)

April 15, 2011

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Recent Opportunities

Maripolooza Vendors (0 Comments)

August 11, 2011

This September, The Mariposa School for Children with Autism will be hosting Maripolooza once again! We are seeking out local businesses to support our cause by purchasing a vendor booth at this event and we would love for you to... Read more >

“I WANT JUICE!” Requesting Skills Workshop (0 Comments)

May 17, 2011

Jenny Willis, BCaBA will be presenting a workshop entitled, "I WANT JUICE!" at The Mariposa School for Children with Autism on May 24, 2011 from 5:15-6:15pm. This one hour workshop will provide information about teaching children with autism how to... Read more >

Looking for a Few Great Sponsors! (0 Comments)

April 15, 2011

We are currently looking for a few great sponsors of our Makings Strides for Autism Run that begins on May 7, 2011 in Asheville! The run will last for 14 days with the route going through several North Carolina cities... Read more >

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