#SensoryFriendlyClassroom

Walk into almost any classroom and there is a lot happening before instruction even begins. Fluorescent lights illuminate the room. Student work and colorful posters cover the walls. Chairs scrape across the floor. The air conditioner hums. Students talk with one another while backpacks are opened, materials are organized, and announcements interrupt the morning routine. […]

What looks like misbehavior may actually be sensory overload. For many students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), everyday school environments are full of triggers—bright lights, loud noises, crowded spaces, and constant transitions. These sensory experiences aren’t just distractions. They can cause real discomfort, anxiety, or distress that leads to shutdowns, meltdowns, or unexpected behaviors (National […]