Peninsula School at The Faison Center

04/02/2026

It's World Autism Awareness Day. 💙

Today, an estimated 1 in 31 children in the U.S. is identified with autism.

At The Faison Center, we’re working every day to turn awareness into meaningful support and opportunity – so individuals with autism can learn, grow and thrive.

03/31/2026

We’re grateful to the parents who shared their experiences in our recent survey on pediatric care for children with autism. 💙

Your insights highlighted what’s working, where care can improve and helped shape five recommendations we shared recently with the Richmond Pediatric Society.

Thank you for your partnership in helping Faison continue to learn and lead.

Check out some key takeaways here, then visit https://loom.ly/vRyXckQ to learn more about our research efforts.

03/26/2026

Our recent Speaker Series welcomed Dr. Michelle Frank-Crawford of the Kennedy Krieger Institute, who shared insights on supporting individuals with severe self-injurious behavior.

She discussed how strategic assessments can help clinicians identify protective equipment to keep those individuals safe during treatment – and how, over time, those supports can be gradually reduced as progress is made.

We’re grateful for her partnership and for sharing expertise that helps move care forward for those who need it most.

02/24/2026

Our Peninsula School family is making a difference beyond campus walls. 💙

Students, families and staff donated 284 pounds of food and contributed 84 volunteer hours to support Thrive Peninsula, serving neighbors in Newport News. Our students helped to collect and deliver donations.

02/02/2026

01/19/2026

Today we recognize the many ground-breaking efforts of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as we all strive toward acceptance and equity for all.

01/12/2026

We'd still like to hear from you! 💙

If you’re a parent of a child with autism and haven’t had a chance yet, we’d still love to hear your perspective.

We're conducting a short, anonymous survey to learn about your experiences with pediatric care – past or present. Your input will be shared with pediatricians across Virginia to help improve care for families. And please share this with someone you know who has a child with autism.

Every response matters, and the survey takes just a few minutes.

👉 Take the survey here: https://forms.gle/S9pyh8bHzcgNN2Gw5

Thank you for helping make family voices heard.

01/08/2026

At Faison, our staff end the day feeling fulfilled — because they’ve instructed, engaged, and had fun with their students. And the best part? They get to come back tomorrow and do it all again. 💙

If you’re searching for a career where your work truly matters, join a team that celebrates progress, embraces joy and offers outstanding benefits, training, PTO and support.

Purpose is calling.

Apply now: https://loom.ly/r2N6qOI

01/01/2026

Here’s to a bright year ahead! ✨🎉

As we step into the new year, we’re filled with hope and determination to keep advancing our mission – and improving the lives of individuals with autism and their families. Thank you to everyone who helps make that possible. 💙