Helping Neurodivergent Girls Build Friendships in Middle School

Kristi Rigg

helping neurodivergent girls make and keep friends in middle school

Middle school can feel overwhelming for many girls, but for neurodivergent girls, friendship struggles are often even more complex. If your daughter comes home discouraged, sitting alone at lunch or feeling left out of shifting friend groups, you’re not alone — and there are ways you can support her.

Building Workplace Skills in Autistic Youth

Bohdanna Popowycz

Teaching workplace skills to neurodivergent youth at wccl

“When will my child be ready for a job?” It’s one of the most common questions I hear from parents of autistic teens and young adults. The good news? You’ve likely been building their workplace skills for years without even realizing it. The key is understanding which skills matter most for workplace success, and how to develop them intentionally through your daily family life.

Executive Function Skills: Your Teen’s Key to High School Success

Kristi Rigg

Fall PROGRAMS for Neurodivergent Teens at WCCL | helping autism, adhd, executive function skills, social skills and more

As teenagers transition into high school, they face a perfect storm of challenges. Multiple teachers, complex schedules, long-term projects, and increasing independence all demand attention. Meanwhile, their brains are still developing. What separates students who thrive from those who struggle? The answer often lies in executive function skills.