• To provide students, five through twenty-one years of age diagnosed with autism and pervasive

  developmental disorders, with the communication, social, cognitive, and life skills necessary to

  enable them to function effectively and as independently as possible in the least restrictive environment.

• To provide parents with training and support so that they can serve as partners within the school

  community and work effectively with their children at home.

• To disseminate research and educate the community about the abilities and needs of people with

  autism/PDD.

• To provide practical field experiences for university, college, and medical students pursuing

  studies in special education or developmental disabilities.