Jerry Newport: We Will Outlive You: Preparing Young Autistic Students
Jerry Newport: We Will Outlive You: Preparing Young Autistic Students DVD VIDEO
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Autism Today
2011
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JERRY NEWPORT: WE WILL OUTLIVE YOU: PREPARING YOUNG AUTISTIC STUDENTS
Jerry Newport is a prominent advocate for autistic rights and education, known for his inspirational story and his dedication to improving outcomes for autistic individuals. His work, We Will Outlive You, focuses on the critical need to prepare young autistic students not just for immediate academic success, but for lifelong, meaningful interdependence—a concept that goes beyond mere independence.
Understanding Successful Interdependence
Newport challenges the traditional narrative that the ultimate goal for autistic individuals is complete independence. Instead, he highlights the importance of successful interdependence, an approach where autistic people live fulfilling, productive lives by collaborating with others and building supportive networks. This model acknowledges that everyone, regardless of neurodiversity, relies on communities and relationships to thrive.
Key Components of Preparation
Preparing young autistic students for a lifetime of successful interdependence involves several core components:
Social Skills Development: Building authentic communication and relationship skills that allow autistic individuals to engage meaningfully with family, peers, educators, and future colleagues.
Practical Life Skills: Teaching day-to-day skills such as financial literacy, time management, and self-care, which are essential for managing personal and professional responsibilities.
Vocational Training and Career Planning: Offering personalized career guidance and hands-on vocational experiences tailored to individual strengths and interests, which facilitates sustainable employment opportunities.
Emotional and Mental Health Support: Equipping students with strategies to handle stress, sensory challenges, and emotional regulation, fostering resilience throughout their lives.
Community Inclusion and Advocacy: Encouraging participation in community life and empowering autistic individuals to advocate for their needs and rights.
The Role of Educators and Families
Newport emphasizes that successful interdependence requires collaboration among educators, families, and the autistic individuals themselves. He advocates for:
Person-Centered Education: Tailoring learning plans to the unique strengths, preferences, and goals of each student rather than relying on generic standards.
Long-Term Vision: Planning beyond immediate academic achievements to consider the lifelong trajectory of the individual.
Building Support Networks: Creating consistent, reliable systems of support that may include family members, mentors, peers, and professionals.
Challenging Misconceptions
An important aspect of Newport’s approach is addressing societal misconceptions that autism is solely a deficit or limitation. He encourages viewing neurodiversity as a natural variation of human experience, valuing the unique contributions autistic individuals bring to society. This mindset shift helps break down stigmas and promotes equity and inclusion.
Impact and Legacy
Through his personal experiences and advocacy, Jerry Newport inspires a more compassionate and practical approach to supporting young autistic people. His work advocates not just for survival, but for thriving in interconnected, supportive communities well into adulthood and beyond. By fostering environments where autistic individuals can develop successful interdependence, society collectively benefits from the diverse talents and perspectives they offer.
In sum, Jerry Newport’s We Will Outlive You is a call to action for educators, families, and communities to rethink how they prepare autistic students—not merely to live independently, but to live interdependently with dignity, purpose, and lasting success.
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Jerry Newport is a prominent advocate for autistic rights and education, known for his inspirational story and his dedication to improving outcomes for autistic individuals. His work, We Will Outlive You, focuses on the critical need to prepare young autistic students not just for immediate academic success, but for lifelong, meaningful interdependence—a concept that goes beyond mere independence.
Understanding Successful Interdependence
Newport challenges the traditional narrative that the ultimate goal for autistic individuals is complete independence. Instead, he highlights the importance of successful interdependence, an approach where autistic people live fulfilling, productive lives by collaborating with others and building supportive networks. This model acknowledges that everyone, regardless of neurodiversity, relies on communities and relationships to thrive.
Key Components of Preparation
Preparing young autistic students for a lifetime of successful interdependence involves several core components:
Social Skills Development: Building authentic communication and relationship skills that allow autistic individuals to engage meaningfully with family, peers, educators, and future colleagues.
Practical Life Skills: Teaching day-to-day skills such as financial literacy, time management, and self-care, which are essential for managing personal and professional responsibilities.
Vocational Training and Career Planning: Offering personalized career guidance and hands-on vocational experiences tailored to individual strengths and interests, which facilitates sustainable employment opportunities.
Emotional and Mental Health Support: Equipping students with strategies to handle stress, sensory challenges, and emotional regulation, fostering resilience throughout their lives.
Community Inclusion and Advocacy: Encouraging participation in community life and empowering autistic individuals to advocate for their needs and rights.
The Role of Educators and Families
Newport emphasizes that successful interdependence requires collaboration among educators, families, and the autistic individuals themselves. He advocates for:
Person-Centered Education: Tailoring learning plans to the unique strengths, preferences, and goals of each student rather than relying on generic standards.
Long-Term Vision: Planning beyond immediate academic achievements to consider the lifelong trajectory of the individual.
Building Support Networks: Creating consistent, reliable systems of support that may include family members, mentors, peers, and professionals.
Challenging Misconceptions
An important aspect of Newport’s approach is addressing societal misconceptions that autism is solely a deficit or limitation. He encourages viewing neurodiversity as a natural variation of human experience, valuing the unique contributions autistic individuals bring to society. This mindset shift helps break down stigmas and promotes equity and inclusion.
Impact and Legacy
Through his personal experiences and advocacy, Jerry Newport inspires a more compassionate and practical approach to supporting young autistic people. His work advocates not just for survival, but for thriving in interconnected, supportive communities well into adulthood and beyond. By fostering environments where autistic individuals can develop successful interdependence, society collectively benefits from the diverse talents and perspectives they offer.
In sum, Jerry Newport’s We Will Outlive You is a call to action for educators, families, and communities to rethink how they prepare autistic students—not merely to live independently, but to live interdependently with dignity, purpose, and lasting success.
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This item is for the original media, and includes only the media (ie. CD, floppy ...) UNLESS specifically stated above and/or in the title. If more than just the media is included, it will state which items are (ie. box, manual, etc ). Items that come in a sleeve refer to a generic CD sleeve (typically white) and will be sent with shipping protection to avoid damage during transit. If available, we will also send the front and/or back CD inserts if in stock. If these are important to you, please message us to verify we have them available to send. Please do not assume items are included other than what's stated. Again, ask questions PRIOR to purchasing if you have any concerns.
IMAGES:
All images/pictures are stock photos and are for reference only, mainly to show the type of game you will be getting. Please read "WHAT YOU GET" for what is included with the media. Screenshots may vary based on your own computer system, video card, monitor, etc.
COMPATIBILITY:
Computers are like people, each one is different. Unlike console games, a computer game may install and work flawlessly on one system but may need adjustments on another. This is due to a variety of factors, mainly the OS platform running, video card you have, drivers, protection software installed, etc. Many times manufacturers release updates to games to fix bugs and add enhancements. We would be happy to help get the game going on your computer, but ultimately compatibility issues are the responsibility of the buyer. We suggest going to Google and searching for the name of the game along with the words "system requirements" to determine if your system is suitable. Ultimately, we are not responsible for software compatibility problems or publisher's errors.
PLATFORM:
Stated within the auction is what platform the game will work on (ie. Windows, Mac, Linux...) This is a generic statement and specific platform versions (ie. XP, Vista...) will have to be researched by the buyer. Games that came out PRIOR to XP or higher will not specifically state they will work on that release, but only because they came out before those versions were made. Many, if not most, will work on XP or higher with a few quick adjustments. We provide instructions with all items purchased on how to do this adjustment using the Program Compatibility Wizard. If we find out that an item will definately not work on a specific version, we will state it. For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program if the Program Compatibility Wizard does not work.
64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.
Macintosh Systems:
For Macintosh programs, most older games will need to be run in Classic Environment if you have a MAC OS X 10.0 - 10.4 version. Please research Google on how to do this, or send us a message for information prior to purchasing. If your MAC OS system doesn't support Classic Environment (ie. MAC OS X 10.5 or Higher OR Intel Macs), you will have to try running it using the free program called SheepShaver, but compatibility is not ensured. Please research prior to purchasing or ask questions.
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Please verify you have the required hardware in order to use the specified media (ie. CD, DVD, floppy drives, etc.) If the item comes as a floppy disc, make sure you have either the needed 3.5" floppy drive or the bigger and older 5.25" floppy drive.
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We typically ship all items out within 1-2 business days after payment is received. In regards to the stated shipping and handling, remember that these costs include more than just postage.
International buyers please email/chat with us to determine if you are eligible for shipping of a specific product. If you are, then international buyers not shipping to an address within the U.S. can expect their orders to take anywhere from 5 days to 4 weeks to be received, depending on how fast/well USPS is moving. Additionally, international orders typically have to go through governmental customs, which can delay the arrival process. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying. Customs fees are normally charged by the shipping company or collected when you pick the item up. These fees are not additional shipping charges.
