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Feb
16
2017
Special Olympics set to inspire: Anderson Center director

Special Olympics set to inspire: Anderson Center director

Many of us can recall the very first time we were included as part of a team. Whether picked to join the group of kickball players during recess at elementary… Continue reading Special Olympics set to inspire: Anderson Center director

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Feb
12
2017
Anderson Center Student Excited To Skate In Special Olympics

Anderson Center Student Excited To Skate In Special Olympics

Jonathan Peterson, a 20-year-old student at the Anderson Center For Autism in Staatsburg, has found his true calling. Jonathan will be skating Feb. 18 in the 2017 New York State… Continue reading Anderson Center Student Excited To Skate In Special Olympics

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Feb
09
2017
Golden Moment for Autistic Man

Golden Moment for Autistic Man

POUGHKEEPSIE—When Jonathan Peterson finishes his figure-skating routine at the McCann Ice Arena on Feb. 18, it’s a pretty safe bet that his family will be giving him a thumbs-up and… Continue reading Golden Moment for Autistic Man

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Feb
08
2017
Anderson Center for Autism Student Poised to Skate in Special Olympics Games on Saturday, February 18

Anderson Center for Autism Student Poised to Skate in Special Olympics Games on Saturday, February 18

MEDIA ADVISORY FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Interview Contact Information Marybeth Cale, publicist, Anderson Center for Autism, marybeth@calecommunications.com,845.750.3763 Eliza Bozenski, director, Anderson Foundation for Autism, elizabozenski@ACenterforAutism.org,845.889.9594 Karlamarie Peterson, Mother of ice skater Jonathan… Continue reading Anderson Center for Autism Student Poised to Skate in Special Olympics Games on Saturday, February 18

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