We’re already in the middle of the Fall season and there are still so many things to look forward to! We’ve launched our new nature-themed Reading Program, and it’s already making an impact. In this program, students will receive a […]
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If you haven’t heard, we have a new series on YouTube! Two of our PVP students, and an occasional special guest, go over the week in sports! The banter, commentary and laughs are so much fun… take a peek below […]
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In this short video our Co-Founder and BCBA-D Dr. Tomaino describes the difference between reacting and intervening and how that can change the entire situation when you’re in a challenging behavior. Should you have any questions about this video or […]
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The year is flying by and we are already into our late Spring/Summer events! We held Picture Day at both campuses, parents please look out for orders coming this week! Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 8th. Our kiddos and their […]
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64-93% of individuals with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) exhibit one or more challenging behaviors (McTiernan et al., 2011; Murphy et al., 2009) Severe challenging behaviors include: Physical Aggression Property Destruction Self-Injurious Behavior Such behaviors negatively impact the functioning level and […]
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As a part of a series with Supporting Inclusive Practices our Co-Founders and Principals presented information on managing challenging behaviors. This part 1 of the series gives some basic information to consider when managing any challenging behavior. Be sure […]
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Dr. Melaura Tomaino, BCBA-D shares about the five functions of behavior. In order to intervene effectively and appropriately we must first understand the function of the behavior. Did you know that sometimes it is not just one function? […]
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Our theme for the month of December is Holidays Around the World. Some of the holidays we explore are Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa. Socially this month we will be focusing on compromise and following a group plan. A few events […]
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Now that Fall has officially begun we can start to dive into the fun! Our September started out with a BMX show (coming to our Ontario campus in October) and now October is shaping up to be one filled with […]
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Join us for our first virtual Hiring Event on Friday, March 19, from 2:00 pm-4:00 pm and Saturday, March 20, from 9:00 am-11:00 am! For the first time, Port View Preparatory will hold a virtual hiring event for our paraprofessional […]
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As a part of a series for paraprofessionals, Drs. Miguel and Tomaino presented a 1-hour webinar on data collection. Here we will recap the basics of their webinar which covers everything from what data is, why we collect it, how […]
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Since opening its doors, Port View Preparatory has attracted the most experienced, talented and credentialed special needs staff in Southern California. From its principals to its speech and language pathologists, occupational therapists and teachers, Port View Prep’s crew is thoroughly […]
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Officially recognized by American presidents in the 1970’s, some communities and individuals had been celebrating African American contributions to our society and the world as early as the 1920’s. Most of us are already aware that the purpose of African […]
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This month our Co-Principals, Dr. Edward Miguel and Dr. Melaura Tomaino presented “Behavior Supports: A Guide for Getting Ahead of Challenging Behavior” on behalf of Supporting Inclusive Practices (SIP) and their series called Paraprofessional Professional Learning: Building an Inclusive Community of […]
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Staff Spotlight: Amber B. from our Ontario campus! Amber is one of our rockstar classroom support providers who exemplifies what a CSP is and has been with us for 3 years! Here is what one of her supervisors had to […]
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Port View Preparatory, Tustin and Ontario are participating in the 2021 Great Kindness Challenge and we are excited for all the acts of kindness we have seen around campus and via Zoom at home! Creating friendships, cultivating community and learning […]
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“The majority of us lead quiet, unheralded lives as we pass through this world. There will most likely be no ticker-tape parades for us, no monuments created in our honor. But that does not lessen our possible impact, for there […]
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Join us in congratulating Dr. Tomaino, aka Miss Melaura, who was selected to serve as a 2021 Autism Speaks Volunteer Advocacy Ambassador for California! As we all know, Melaura has been heavily involved in the field for many years and […]
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We are always so pleased to celebrate our Co-Principals and all they do for special education. Today we also want to recognize Dr. Edward Miguel, Mr. Eddie, on his inclusion in a workgroup with the California Department of Education (CDE) […]
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Our PVP Sailor Shop is open for business and we are excited to say that most items are available to go home the same day they are paid for on both campuses! Pricing is as follows: Light Blue Hoodies: […]
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Our Co-Founders and Co-Principals participated in a webinar about transitioning your student to in-person learning and we wanted to share the information that was shared. We are sure it can be beneficial for many families at this time. As […]
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Today our CSP’s returned to our Tustin campus to get ready for our student return. Our Classroom Support Provider position is where most of our teachers, behavior analysts and even our Admin team began their journey with PVP! Our CSP’s […]
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Port View Preparatory is a nonpublic school in California serving Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and Los Angeles counties… but what is a nonpublic school? We get that question a lot from parents who are currently in a district that we […]
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Hello and welcome back to all of our parents, staff and guests! We are thrilled to bring back the PVP Post and look forward to sharing content, creativity and more with everyone! If you take a look back at our […]
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Parents and teachers form an important partnership in the lives of special education students. The success of this partnership is threatened by the growing crisis of a shortage of qualified special education teachers in 46 states throughout the nation, including […]
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Dear Parents and Friends of Port View Preparatory, January is a great time to pause and reflect over the previous year. We at Port View Preparatory Schools have experienced many wonderful things—such as going from school to schools! It has […]
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On this Veterans Day, we want to pause to remember all those who have faithfully served our country. Thank you for your sacrifice, would you know you are honored today and everyday.
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As parents of children with autism, you face many unique challenges that can take a toll on your emotional health. A recent study, published in Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, suggests that behavioral therapy isn’t just good for children […]
Read MoreFact: 11% of graduating students have some form of disability, according to the National Center for Education Statistics. And, did you also know there are plenty of scholarships and funding opportunities for students with disabilities? Your student‘s education is of […]
Read MorePort View Prep: Student Government Elections 2017-2018! Port View Prep Sailors will have a chance to run for office or vote for their representatives on the Student Government Council later this month. Formed in 2016, the PVP Student Council […]
Read MoreHi, we are new to Ontario but not new to providing highly rewarding careers and jobs for those interested in helping students with special needs. Our new 25,000 square foot campus on Milliken Avenue is in need of Teachers and Classroom Support Providers. […]
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Speaking about the role of instructional aides in special education and reducing challenging behaviors without using restraints or seclusion measures, Port View Preparatory’ s presentations attracted 300 attendees interested in learning more about changes in the field of special education. […]
Read MoreThank you, dads, for all the ways you take care of us. Happy Fathers’ Day!
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Woof! That’s how I like to say hello, and greet my best friends, all the students at Port View! My favorite thing is to follow them around and see their faces. I also enjoy laying on laps like when […]
Read MoreThis week Port View Prep® Co-Founders and Principals Edward Miguel and Melaura Erickson Tomaino continued their advocacy efforts on the use of innovative and proactive therapies over the common practice of restraints for students with behavioral challenges. Taking their message […]
Read MoreHello Ontario! Want to see more about our new Ontario campus? Take a look at this video showing how our new 25,000 square foot campus started and the latest resources for our fabulous students. We are thrilled that even more […]
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Moms have a special way to make us smile and bring us joy. Wishing all the moms out there a very happy mothers day!
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Working hard at something you don’t enjoy pays for a sweet vacation, but what about the rest of the year? Some people live for their vacations, while others live for a rewarding career. It’s you we want to meet! Imagine […]
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Congratulations to Ms. Kagawa-Purohit on being this month’s PVP Spotlight! Ms. Kagawa-Purohit loves working with the fantastic students and staff at Port View Prep®. In this positive and supportive environment, she gets to see students gain the skills to be successful […]
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Want to have a bouncing good time? The Autism Society Inland Empire will be hosting a night at Sky High Sports on April 19th. Join other families for a night of fun and play from 6:30-8:30 pm at Sky High, […]
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We hope your Easter basket is full of love and joy this year! Happy Easter from all of us at Port View Preparatory®.
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Let’s celebrate Autism Awareness month! Throughout April, we will be posting about different events in your area, helpful tidbits, and the fun stuff we have going on at our Port View Preparatory® Schools. As we learn together, we grow […]
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Port View Preparatory® is noted by Orange County Parenting Magazine in their April 2017 Special Needs Issue You’ll find us on page 20, as the magazine showcases the services we provide, as well as our new campus soon to open in […]
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We are lucky to have Ms. Andrade on our team! Read more about her and Port View happenings at the PVP Post.
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Wishing you a very happy St. Patrick‘s Day! May your troubles be less and your blessings be more, and nothing but happiness come through your door. – Traditional Irish Blessing
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March 14th, 3.14, is Pi Day! That’s right–no “e”! But the best way to celebrate this mathematical phenomenon is to enjoy some tasty, circular desserts. While you dig into an apple, berry, or banana cream pie, don’t forget to appreciate […]
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We are so excited to be celebrating 3 years working with our wonderful students and a great community of staff, parents, and care givers!
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Happy Love Your Pet Day! We will be celebrating our Oliver. He loves his best friends — the many students of Port View Preparatory® School — and we love him! Give your beloved furry, scaly, or feathery friend a big […]
Read MoreParents and care givers, you make our lives wonderful and fun! This Valentine’s Day, we want to say how grateful we are for the privilege of teaching your children.
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Our Port View students had a fantastic time at the Animal Magic show! With a fun mix of comedy, magic, and music, we interacted with the reptiles and had lots of laughs and cheers as students learned about different exotic […]
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Xian Nian Kuai Le! Happy Chinese New Year, the year of the Rooster! We hope 2017 is a prosperous year for you and your family
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Want to chart educational opportunities of your own? Take your family whale watching! Southern California is currently in peak whale watching season as the Gray Whale makes the longest mass migration of any marine mammal. Along the coast of […]
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If you are tired of making resolutions only to break them by March, consider improving yourself by having more fun – commit to play in 2017! Research shows that for children, play is a significant place for developing social skills, […]
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Looking for family fun this holiday? Have a great time with your family at the Orange County Winter Fest 2015! Head down to the OC Fair & Event Center from December 16th to January 1st to enjoy ice tubing, a […]
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It’s not our way We know how challenging some aspects of our work with disabilities can be. But we do it to truly help, to heal and to empower each individual. That’s why restraint and seclusion are not part of […]
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Assistive Apps for Special Needs Students Technology has advanced dramatically in recent years and there’s been no greater impact felt than in the area of special education. The number of available apps and assistive technology tools used to help students […]
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Port View Preparatory® School leadership takes higher education seriously and now both its co-founders and co-principals hold doctorate degrees; one in psychology and one in education. Port View Preparatory® caters to the unique needs of K-22 students with developmental disabilities, […]
Read MoreIt’s one of the most important decisions you can make for the wellbeing, support and education of your special needs child when he or she is not with you – what school to enroll him or her in. At Port […]
Read MoreBeing a parent or sibling of a special needs child comes with many challenges and can be overwhelming, exhausting and lonely. Of course there’s also great love, acceptance and the deepest desire to protect that comes with this important role. […]
Read MoreWhile many special education schools across the country focus on theory and milestone progress within their school boundaries, Orange County-based Port View Preparatory® takes a sweeping view of student development and advancement. While students are still enrolled, Port View Preparatory®’s […]
Read MoreThe Port View Promise: Respect, Dignity and Opportunities to Excel We are often asked: What makes Port View Preparatory® (PVP) different from other schools? A very good question, as there are many choices and it can be hard to discern […]
Read MoreParents of special needs children face challenges that others can’t even begin to imagine. That’s why it’s so important for parents to be an informed advocate for their children with varying types of special needs. This means supporting and often […]
Read MorePretend City Children’s Museum is designed for children to learn how the world works. On February 29th from 5 pm to 7:30 pm is a Family Autism event with activities for children of all ages on the autism spectrum. Pretend […]
Read MoreThere’s a lot to learn outside the classroom. How about a visit to a local farm? Children and adults can view pigs, chickens, cattle, goats and more at the Centennial Farm in Costa Mesa! The Farm is home to fruit […]
Read MorePort View Preparatory® School has been making the season bright by collecting toys for children being helped through the Friendly Center in Orange County. They have been helping OC families for 90 years! https://friendlycenter.org/ You can see the spirit of […]
Read MoreHave a great time with your family at the Orange County Winter Fest 2015! Head down to the OC Fair & Event Center from December 18 to January 3 to enjoy the ice tubing, carnival rides and games, reindeer feeding, […]
Read MoreOC Autism is hosting their 6th Annual Breakfast with Santa this Saturday, December 12th at the Atlantis Play Center in Garden Grove from 10 am – 1 pm. It’s a Pajama Party! Wear your PJ’s and bring a picnic blanket. […]
Read MoreWe would like to wish all of our students and their families a Thanksgiving filled with abundant blessings. It is easy to forget the many things we have to be grateful for and get caught up in the busy pace […]
Read MoreIn recognition of Port View Preparatory®’ s staunch advocacy and support for Grupo de Autismo Angeles’ efforts over the years with autistic children and their families in the Hispanic community, the school is being nominated for an award to be […]
Read MoreThe PVP Parent Action Committee is excited to honor our dedicated staff during Staff Appreciation Week May 4-8, 2015.
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Read MorePVP Parent Action Committee Meeting Wednesday, April 29, 2015 11:00 – 12:00 Join us as we come together to support our school. Everyone Welcome!
Read MoreTo those who believed, we thank you for making dreams come true. For sticking with us when there was only an idea and when things got tough. For believing that the PVP Dream is what these beautiful students need in […]
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