TACT is a stunning organization that teaches children on the autism spectrum various trades. Better said, it is a revolutionary movement which enables youth to believe they were created and designed with abilities that can astonish the world. Most autistic kids walk into places feeling different, but when a child walks into TACT, they know they belong. When I asked my son about his experience at TACT, he said, "You can be you." I couldn't agree more. Any child who participates in a TACT activity will be empowered, encouraged, and leave with confidence in who they are and the abilities they possess. TACT is developing future trade prodigies. Prodigies that believe they have a purpose and can make a difference in the world. TACT activates the underlying potential in each autistic kid's life.
"You are not building a school here. You are building a community. Thank You."
"TACT is the ideal next step for our 13 year old boy. Where traditional schooling and therapy fall short, TACT steps in."
"I want to thank TACT for their vision and foresight by providing real work experiences so that all of our kids may find something that is meaningful and productive. You cannot imagine how
grateful I am!"
"I want to thank you and the entire staff and volunteers at TACT that made this new school happen so that young adults like my 17-year-old son with Autism have a chance to explore apprenticeship tracks while still completing his high school graduation requirements at his home school. The multiple apprenticeship tracks that you are offering will give him a good shot at accomplishing job skills and trades that will help him to have a happy and fulfilled adult life."
"My 11 year old son participated in the Intro to Trades Camp. He greatly enjoyed the variety of projects, the tools used and being able to create on his own. After building his own instrument, he declared "I made it with my two hands!"
The teachers and assistants showed great patience and enthusiasm for their craft, giving the students their undivided attention. When a task was too difficult, we appreciated the accommodations provided on the spot so my son maintained a positive experience while still being challenged. This course was a great place to begin and we look forward to taking more courses!"
"At one of our fiber arts classes, we were learning basic embroidery skills. One student, a 19 year old girl who is non-verbal, picked up her materials and began stitching the most beautiful diamond pattern as if it was the most natural thing in the world for her. Her focus was intense and she seemed so content."
The mission of TACT is to encourage and empower the full spectrum of individuals with autism through education and employment in the skilled trades.
We envision a world where neurodiversity is not only embraced but inherently valued. A world where the full spectrum of the autism community can contribute their talents and gifts and find personal fulfillment.
The TACT community views the following core values as essential to our identity:
Inclusion, Integrity, Respect, Grace, Discipline and Empowerment
ALL CONDUCTED WITH THE UTMOST TACT
TACT (Teaching the Autism Community Trades) was founded in 2016 by two parents seeking better options for their son, who was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in 2015. After an extensive search for opportunities to build upon their son's assets and improve his confidence, they were astounded by the lack of strengths-based programs for children with ASD. Recognizing that adults with ASD are one of the most unemployed populations in the country at 90% under and unemployment rates-and with significant access, experience and knowledge of trades-the pair created TACT with the mission to encourage and empower the full spectrum of individuals with autism through education and employment in skilled trades. TACT is uniquely designed to build upon the assets of participants while developing their skillsets, confidence and competencies toward a structured pathway to employment. Today, TACT remains the first and only trade program in the entire country developed exclusively for individuals with ASD.
Organization name
TACT Kids Inc
other names
TACT
2016
Tax id (EIN)
81-3015819
Category
Education
Organization Size
Large Organization
Address
2960 S Umatilla StMailing
2960 S Umatilla StreetDenver County, CO, US
Jefferson County, CO, US
Douglas County, CO, US
Boulder County, CO, US