Shining Stars Support Services for Persons with Autism Spectrum Disorder

09/08/2026

Welcome students and staff back to our very special place. We are excited to welcome new and common students. There is something super special about coming back to a space that feels more than just a "school" or "ABA center ".

We welcome each learner as an individual and special student whose differences and needs are celebrated. Whose progress shines through and who is cared for beyond measure. We take each relationship with our students and student families as paramount to each learner's success.

As we head into 2026 school year, we are beyond elated to know what this school year brings and each and every day we are reminded why we do what we do.

Here's to another year of learning, growing, laughter and memories together.

Welcome back everyone. We are so happy to see you ❤️.

09/04/2026

Posting this feels bittersweet and surreal - the of Shining Star's summer 2026 program. This past summer we celebrated Shining Star's 10 year anniversary, slowed things down to capture our silliness, wished some of our students a fond farewell, welcomed previous learners, rode the school bus on memorable excursions, celebrated birthdays, kept cool on our treacherously hot days and so much more.

We could not have had this experience without our amazing students and staff. Here's to a successful summer.

We want to wish our learners all the best as they take on the new school year with strength, bravery and confidence 💙. ☀️ ❤️

07/15/2026

Therapy dogs provide a very special opportunity for our learners. Therapy dogs are special because they help each learner develop empathy, tolerance, patience and flexibility..Thanks Steve Dombey for your neverending commitment to Shining Shining Stars Support Services for Persons with Autism Spectrum Disorder

07/14/2026

What started as my dream to create a place where children with Autism could learn, grow, and thrive has become a journey beyond anything I could have imagined.

Every smile, every milestone, and every learner we've had the privilege to be part of has reminded us why Shining Stars started and is what it is today.

To our incredible students, families, and dedicated team: thank you for trusting us, inspiring us, and making this dream a reality every single day.

Kudos to our special team member who captured this video and shared it. 😀

07/11/2026

Where do I begin? From the bottom of my heart and I'm certain the team shares the same sentiments, our celebration of Shining Stars' 10th anniversary would not have been what it was without you all.

To our amazing students, we thank you for filling the day with smiles and laughter. We are honoured to be a part of your child's learning journey 🙏. You are the heart of everything we do heart ❤️.

To our families, over the past 10 years we thank you for your commitment, partnership and trust. Your support has allowed Shining Stars to grow to what it is today and we are grateful to share this journey with you.

To our staff, celebrating this milestone with you reminded us who the backbone of this industry is and how together we've touched the lives of so many.

To our community partners, we are so grateful to you for celebrating with us and being an important part of our student's learning journey.

05/23/2026

Celebration Spotlight 🌟

Shining Stars spotlights the accomplishments of our kindergarten student. Beginning in-center and in-school 1:1 ABA in 2024, his therapy team knew from first impression how bright and inquisitive he is.

We at Shining Stars believes evey accomplishment, big or small, wins. This student has demonstrated acquisition in expressive communication, daily living skills, academic and social skills along with many others beautifully observed.

Join us in celebrating what this student has accomplished and of course the team members who make this possible 😀.

P.S. The photo with him pointing to the Alo bag is him remembering my wearing it and labeling it as mine❤️ .

05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day to the mothers who give so much. Your care, love and warmth does not go unnoticed. To the mother figures who also give so much of themselves every single day - we celebrate you. You bear strength, patience, love and compassion for each of our kids. Thank you for entrusting us and the ways in which you champion each and everyone of us and through each milestone.

For the reasons I am called mom, mamsie and momma, today and forevermore I am grateful 🙏. To a day filled with blessings, love and appreciation to the special reasons you are awarded the title- Happy Mother's Day.

05/02/2026

Shining Stars week at a glance! A peek into our ABA week. Our learners had the opportunity to expand language skills, label and respond, work independently, take turns, engage in nature and in structured and free play opportunities. Thanks for being a part of our journey ❤️. ❤️

04/22/2026

Teamwork makes the dream work and the Shining Star's team is pretty good at trivia too. Such a fun night letting go, sharing laughs and showing off our general knowledge.

Grateful for the team members who were able to make it out. We have fun!

04/05/2026

Signed and submitted. Good luck St. Matthew's Special Education community 👏 ❤️.

“Every child deserves an education that meets their needs—not one that leaves them behind.” This program provides essential, specialized support for students with complex needs, including those who are non-verbal, require assistance with daily living skills, and depend on structured, low-ratio...