Siskin Children's Institute

09/17/2026

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga - College of Health, Education, and Professional Studies and Siskin Children's Institute partnered to bring Dr. Ami Kline, Director - Marcus Autism Center and cofounder of ® to the Chattanooga Autism Conference, presented by the Chattanooga Autism Center.

Don Mueller, President and CEO - Siskin Children's Institute, and Valeri Rutledge, Dean - UTC College of Health, Education, and Professional Studies, welcome Dr. Kline as the keynote speaker at this year's Autism Conference. Dr. Kline presented on the limited access to early diagnosis of autism and how this is compromising the outcomes of tens of thousands of children in the US every year. His presentation shared evidence-based research and data supporting the research of the EarliPoint® technology, recently cleared by the FDA.

EarliPoint®, currently being trialed in a pilot program at Siskin, is an eye-tracking-based, objective, and quantitative medical device for the diagnosis, assessment, and repeated monitoring/treatment response for autism for children aged 16 months to 8 years.

Learn more about EarliPoint® here: https://earlipointhealth.com/

Help us support more children here: https://www.siskin.org/kids

09/16/2026

So excited Margo's picture was chosen for the National Down Syndrome Society’s 2026 Buddy Walk and video presentation in Times Square. Can't wait to see what's next for Margo. 🤗

Watch the Kawakami family's story on our website, www.siskin.org, to see how Siskin Children's Institute supports children and families.

09/15/2026

Our team is doing amazing work to support children and families. Discover the Siskin Difference. Visit www.siskin.org to learn how we do it, or make a donation so we can support more children today.

Thank you, Chattanooga Times Free Press for honoring Siskin Children’s Institute with the 2026 Innovation Award. Read the CTFP full article here:

https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/sep/01/champions-of-health-care-2026-siskin-childrens/

09/10/2026

A little mess is part of the process! We just make sure our kids have what they need to keep going.

Our kids work hard every day in therapy, and having fresh clothes and everyday essentials on hand helps them feel comfortable, confident and ready to keep learning and growing.

Want to help? Our Amazon Wishlists make it easy to send exactly what our kids need, straight to Siskin.

📦 Shop & ship straight to us: https://a.co/eipZEJ7

A small gift can make a big difference.

09/09/2026

Our Pediatric Physical Therapy team helps children build strength, balance, coordination and confidence so they can move through the world with greater independence!

From first steps to everyday activities, we’re here to help children keep moving forward.

Learn more about Pediatric Physical Therapy at www.siskin.org/physical-therapy or talk to your pediatrician about a referral today!

09/08/2026

Check this out!

Come join us for some fun field games, stations, sensory play, healthy snacks, active play, obstacle courses, and more!!
Contact Ella at [email protected] to sign up!

09/03/2026

REGISTRATION CLOSING SOON (9/7) for the 16th Annual Chattanooga Autism Conference!

When: Friday Sept 11, 2026 - 7:45 to 4pm
Where: Chattanooga Convention Center
Registration closes: 9/7 - must register in advance
Costs: $70 per individual, $140 for family (up to 4 people total), $55 student, $90 for CEUs, and $110 for CMEs.
Conference Fee Waivers: Waivers are available for people experiencing financial hardships
Group Registrations: Available for schools, clinics, etc... sign up now, invoiced later

Questions: contact [email protected] - 423-708-8902
Over 80 exhibitors!

35 presentations! Keynote speaker is Dr. Ami Klin from Marcus Autism Center. Lunch included! Tracks for educators, early childhood development, parents, autistic adults, spanish speaking parents, and new medical track for MDs and medical professionals.

Registration link: https://charity.pledgeit.org/c/156vpg7fbo/cart
Conference Event Info page: https://charity.pledgeit.org/c/156vpg7fbo/pages/confeventinfo
Conference Presentations: https://charity.pledgeit.org/c/156vpg7fbo/pages/confpresent

09/03/2026

And we’re not done yet! Part three of our Western Glam fashion recap is here. Our guests truly brought the sparkle, style and Western spirit to StarNight 2026!

We can’t wait to see what our guests wear at the next StarNight!

09/02/2026

Western Glam, part two! Our guests understood the assignment and brought their own style to the StarNight 2026 red carpet. From bold Western touches to full-on glam, we loved seeing every look!

09/02/2026

Speech therapist Sidney Sherman taps the screen on a tablet-like communication device.