STAR Autism Support

Why RoboKind?

Because while our organizations bring different strengths, we discovered we share a pretty important one: a deep commitment to the educators and students we serve.

STAR has spent decades helping districts build educator capacity and turn evidence-based practices into meaningful classroom instruction. RoboKind brings engaging instructional technology that creates another way for educators to reach students.

Different strengths. Shared purpose.

And that's what makes us better together.

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Built by educators. For educators.

For more than 20+ years, STAR Autism Support has combined autism research, real-world educational experience, and evidence-based practices to help educators and caregivers support students with autism and developmental disabilities.

From training and coaching to practical resources and evidence-based curricula, we help build capacity in districts of all sizes — supporting educators across grade levels and learning environments.

With experience serving 2,500+ districts and 25,000+ educators, our work is grounded in a simple mission: help every student receive high-quality instruction tailored to their learning needs.

Explore how STAR Autism Support supports educators, caregivers, and districts in creating meaningful opportunities for every learner!

We're headed to MO-CASE! 🎓

STAR Autism Support is heading to the 49th Annual MO-CASE Special Education Administrators Conference at Margaritaville in Osage Beach.

Stop by and talk with Kristina Maxfield and Jordan Martini about what customized curriculum, professional development, and on-site coaching can look like in your district. We're already partnering with districts from Wentzville to Joplin to Dunklin—metro and rural alike—reaching thousands of Missouri students every year.

Come see how STAR®, Links®, RoboKind and SOLER can support every learner in your buildings, Pre-K through post-secondary.

🎶🌺 Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month!
From September 15 to October 15, we honor the vibrant histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities.

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Plainfield, here we come!

STAR will be at ICASE on September 23, and we’re looking forward to catching up with our partners from across Indiana.

Stop by, say hey to Rick, Stephen, and Reid, and learn more about the work we’re doing alongside districts throughout the state.

Who will we see there?

Strong teacher-paraprofessional partnerships are an important part of creating supportive, effective classrooms.

Special education leaders, check out this upcoming CASE webinar featuring Patrick Mulick for practical strategies to strengthen and empower your classroom teams! 👇

Stronger teacher-paraprofessional teams mean better outcomes for students and smoother daily operations for schools.

Join my upcoming live webinar hosted by the Council of Administrators of Special Education to learn actionable strategies for building effective classroom partnerships.
📎Register below to secure your spot.

Do me a HUGE favor and tag a colleague who is a leader in special education in your district so they don't miss out.

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Big news!

RoboKind has joined the STAR Autism Support family.

We share a common purpose: helping educators improve outcomes for students with diverse learning needs. Now, we're bringing our complementary strengths together to support districts in even more ways through evidence-based curriculum, professional learning, implementation support, and innovative technology.

We're excited about what's ahead, and we can't wait to share more.

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Find what you need, faster. 🔎

The new STAR Media Center makes it easier to find the resources you need with a search bar available at the top of every page. Search by keyword, full title, or even a partial title and go directly to the resource—no retracing your steps.

Search is one of three easy ways to navigate the Media Center, alongside the side navigation menu and related resources categories.

Log in and explore the new Media Center today! id.starautismsupport.com.

Houston, we’re ready for you! ⭐

STAR Autism Support is headed to the RTM Special Education Congress, September 13 through 15, and Shelli and Reid can’t wait to connect with special education leaders from across the country.

We know the strongest programs are not built around one product, one classroom, or one moment in time. They are built by strengthening educator practice, building capacity across teams, and creating systems that help evidence-based instruction take root and grow.

That’s the work we love doing alongside schools and districts.

If you’re heading to RTM, come find Shelli and Reid. Bring your goals, your challenges, and the big ideas you’re working toward. We’d love to talk about what’s possible for your students, educators, and community.

See you in Houston! 🤠

Looking for ways to help students build friendships, participate in conversations, and feel more connected in the classroom?

Our latest blog shares educator-friendly strategies for teaching social communication, strengthening peer relationships, and creating structured opportunities for meaningful interaction during the first weeks of school.

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