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The Engineering Navigator is a prototype AI-powered platform that connects students, families, and educators to engineering opportunities across the U.S. To show the power of this tool, we're focusing on North Carolina, where we're mapping local events and programs to show what's possible when communities are connected.
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15 special needs Events Found
Camp Crinkleroot - Spring Camp
Now in its fifteenth year, Camp Crinkleroot serves children ages 8-14 who have an autism diagnosis or similar developmental disorder. Spring camp is a weekend day camp focused on building friendships through recreational and creative activities. Includes family potluck on Friday 5:30-7:00pm, full day Saturday, and afternoon Sunday. Features camp songs, skits, group games, treasure hunts, and free play. Siblings invited. Each camper paired 1:1 with App State student counselor. Staffed by trained volunteers and faculty.
Camp Broadstone, Appalachian State University
Free day camp
4/24/26
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24
Camp Crinkleroot - Spring Camp
Now in its fifteenth year, Camp Crinkleroot serves children ages 8-14 who have an autism diagnosis or similar developmental disorder. Spring camp is a weekend day camp focused on building friendships through recreational and creative activities. Includes family potluck on Friday 5:30-7:00pm, full day Saturday, and afternoon Sunday. Features camp songs, skits, group games, treasure hunts, and free play. Siblings invited. Each camper paired 1:1 with App State student counselor. Staffed by trained volunteers and faculty.
Free day camp
In-Person
Apr 24, 9:30 PM ET
Autism
Developmental Disorders
Special Needs
Social Skills
Friendship Building
Recreational Activities
Therapeutic Camp
University Sponsored
Volunteer Opportunities
Respite Care
01-17-2026
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Sensory Saturday
Sensory-friendly mornings at MOSI with reduced lights and sounds in partnership with CARD (Center for Autism & Related Disabilities). Experience hands-on activities in the Idea Zone, explore exhibits in a relaxed atmosphere with lowered lights and reduced noise levels. Museum opens before regular hours for a quieter, less crowded environment. Guests welcome to stay past event time and continue enjoying exhibits.
MOSI (Museum of Science & Industry)
$7.00 - $7 in ad...
$7.00 - $7 in advance for non-members, $10 at door, Free for MOSI members
4/25/26
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Apr
25
Sensory Saturday
Sensory-friendly mornings at MOSI with reduced lights and sounds in partnership with CARD (Center for Autism & Related Disabilities). Experience hands-on activities in the Idea Zone, explore exhibits in a relaxed atmosphere with lowered lights and reduced noise levels. Museum opens before regular hours for a quieter, less crowded environment. Guests welcome to stay past event time and continue enjoying exhibits.
$7.00 - $7 in ad...
$7.00 - $7 in advance for non-members, $10 at door, Free for MOSI members
In-Person
Apr 25, 12:00 PM ET
Sensory-Friendly
Accessibility
Museum
Exhibits
Hands-On Activities
Family-Friendly
Autism
Special Needs
02-10-2026
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Fridays with Friends - Summer Backyard BBQ Party
Let's celebrate summer with a Summer Backyard BBQ Party. Enjoy playing yard games, eating great food, and starting the summer off with some fun! Families are welcome to join as well! This is an opportunity for our special needs community (ages 15+) to socialize, meet new friends, and try new activities!
Ambler YMCA
Free
5/8/26
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May
8
Fridays with Friends - Summer Backyard BBQ Party
Let's celebrate summer with a Summer Backyard BBQ Party. Enjoy playing yard games, eating great food, and starting the summer off with some fun! Families are welcome to join as well! This is an opportunity for our special needs community (ages 15+) to socialize, meet new friends, and try new activities!
Free
In-Person
May 8, 9:30 PM ET
02-09-2026
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Sensory Friendly Playtime
Join us for an event exclusively for kids with disabilities and their families to experience Marbles in a calmer, quieter environment. Partner organizations will be on-site along with other accommodations to assist with your visit to Marbles. Prior to Sensory Friendly Playtime in the museum, guests can enjoy a free Lights Up, Sound Down movie in Marbles IMAX at 5pm: Pandas.
Marbles Kids Museum
Free event
5/13/26
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May
13
Sensory Friendly Playtime
Join us for an event exclusively for kids with disabilities and their families to experience Marbles in a calmer, quieter environment. Partner organizations will be on-site along with other accommodations to assist with your visit to Marbles. Prior to Sensory Friendly Playtime in the museum, guests can enjoy a free Lights Up, Sound Down movie in Marbles IMAX at 5pm: Pandas.
Free event
In-Person
May 13, 10:30 PM ET
02-10-2026
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MDA Summer Camp - Recreation Unlimited
MDA Summer Camp for youth ages 8-17 living with neuromuscular disease. Five-day camp offering traditional activities adapted for individual needs, with medical team support and volunteer counselors. Serves Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia.
Recreation Unlimited
Free camp experi...
Free camp experience for families
6/7/26
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Jun
7
MDA Summer Camp - Recreation Unlimited
MDA Summer Camp for youth ages 8-17 living with neuromuscular disease. Five-day camp offering traditional activities adapted for individual needs, with medical team support and volunteer counselors. Serves Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia.
Free camp experi...
Free camp experience for families
In-Person
Jun 7, 12:00 AM ET
Neuromuscular Disease
Medical Support
Accessibility
Youth Development
Special Needs
Health Science
Biomedical
Sourced:
https://mda.org/summer-camp/camper
01-18-2026
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MDA Summer Camp - Whispering Hope Ranch
MDA Summer Camp for youth ages 8-17 living with neuromuscular disease. Five-day camp offering traditional activities adapted for individual needs, with medical team support and volunteer counselors. Serves Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah.
Whispering Hope Ranch
Free camp experi...
Free camp experience for families
6/7/26
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Jun
7
MDA Summer Camp - Whispering Hope Ranch
MDA Summer Camp for youth ages 8-17 living with neuromuscular disease. Five-day camp offering traditional activities adapted for individual needs, with medical team support and volunteer counselors. Serves Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah.
Free camp experi...
Free camp experience for families
In-Person
Jun 7, 3:00 AM ET
Neuromuscular Disease
Medical Support
Accessibility
Youth Development
Special Needs
Health Science
Biomedical
Sourced:
https://mda.org/summer-camp/camper
01-18-2026
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MDA Summer Camp - True Friends Camp Courage
MDA Summer Camp for youth ages 8-17 living with neuromuscular disease. Five-day camp offering traditional activities adapted for individual needs, with medical team support and volunteer counselors. Serves Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin.
True Friends Camp Courage
Free camp experi...
Free camp experience for families
6/14/26
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Jun
14
MDA Summer Camp - True Friends Camp Courage
MDA Summer Camp for youth ages 8-17 living with neuromuscular disease. Five-day camp offering traditional activities adapted for individual needs, with medical team support and volunteer counselors. Serves Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin.
Free camp experi...
Free camp experience for families
In-Person
Jun 14, 1:00 AM ET
Neuromuscular Disease
Medical Support
Accessibility
Youth Development
Special Needs
Health Science
Biomedical
Sourced:
https://mda.org/summer-camp/camper
01-18-2026
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College Prep 101 for Neurodivergent Students
A specialized version of College Prep 101 designed specifically for neurodivergent students. This is a commuter program running June 22-26, 2026.
Tufts University
Not for Credit
6/22/26
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Jun
22
College Prep 101 for Neurodivergent Students
A specialized version of College Prep 101 designed specifically for neurodivergent students. This is a commuter program running June 22-26, 2026.
Not for Credit
In-Person
Jun 22, 1:00 PM ET
College Prep
Neurodivergent
Accessibility
Inclusive Education
Summer Program
High School
Special Needs
Academic Preparation
02-13-2026
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Winston Prep Connecticut Summer Program
Winston Preparatory School's curated summer program provides opportunities for academic enrichment, essential skill development, and social connection for students in grades 3-12 with diverse learning profiles such as ADHD, dyslexia, and NVLD. Program runs June 24 to July 24, 2026, Monday-Friday 9am-1pm. Features small group classes, 1:1 instruction, and courses in Written Language, Reading Comprehension, Mathematics, and Organization and Study Skills. Optional after-school programs available including Computer Coding, Fun with Science, Social Pragmatics, Creative Arts, Sports & Fitness, Culinary Skills, Chess, and Podcast Creation. Also offers virtual Winston Online Summer Program for grades 4-12.
Winston Prep CT Campus
Fee required, co...
Fee required, contact for details. After-school program requires additional fee.
6/24/26
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Jun
24
Winston Prep Connecticut Summer Program
Winston Preparatory School's curated summer program provides opportunities for academic enrichment, essential skill development, and social connection for students in grades 3-12 with diverse learning profiles such as ADHD, dyslexia, and NVLD. Program runs June 24 to July 24, 2026, Monday-Friday 9am-1pm. Features small group classes, 1:1 instruction, and courses in Written Language, Reading Comprehension, Mathematics, and Organization and Study Skills. Optional after-school programs available including Computer Coding, Fun with Science, Social Pragmatics, Creative Arts, Sports & Fitness, Culinary Skills, Chess, and Podcast Creation. Also offers virtual Winston Online Summer Program for grades 4-12.
Fee required, co...
Fee required, contact for details. After-school program requires additional fee.
In-Person
Jun 24, 9:00 AM ET
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Winston Prep New York Summer Program - Morning Academic Program
Academic enrichment program with Literature & Writing, History, Science, and Math classes. Students grouped by learning profile and skill level in classes no larger than eight individuals. Program runs June 26 - July 23.
Winston Prep New York Campus
Contact for pric...
Contact for pricing information
6/26/26
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Jun
26
Winston Prep New York Summer Program - Morning Academic Program
Academic enrichment program with Literature & Writing, History, Science, and Math classes. Students grouped by learning profile and skill level in classes no larger than eight individuals. Program runs June 26 - July 23.
Contact for pric...
Contact for pricing information
In-Person
Jun 26, 9:00 AM ET
Academic Enrichment
Stem Education
Mathematics
Science
Writing
Special Needs
Learning Differences
Individualized Instruction
02-14-2026
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Winston Prep New York Summer Program - July Focus Program
Individualized 1:1 sessions available in 45-minute sessions twice weekly or daily, or 90-minute sessions daily Monday-Thursday. Program runs June 26 - July 23.
Winston Prep New York Campus
Contact for pric...
Contact for pricing information
6/26/26
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Jun
26
Winston Prep New York Summer Program - July Focus Program
Individualized 1:1 sessions available in 45-minute sessions twice weekly or daily, or 90-minute sessions daily Monday-Thursday. Program runs June 26 - July 23.
Contact for pric...
Contact for pricing information
In-Person
Jun 26, 9:00 AM ET
02-14-2026
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MDA Summer Camp Virtual Session
Virtual MDA Summer Camp for youth ages 8-17 living with neuromuscular disease. Four-day virtual camp experience offering adapted activities with medical team support. Available to participants from all states and territories.
Virtual Camp
Free camp experi...
Free camp experience for families
7/6/26
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Jul
6
MDA Summer Camp Virtual Session
Virtual MDA Summer Camp for youth ages 8-17 living with neuromuscular disease. Four-day virtual camp experience offering adapted activities with medical team support. Available to participants from all states and territories.
Free camp experi...
Free camp experience for families
Virtual
Jul 6, 1:00 AM ET
Neuromuscular Disease
Medical Support
Accessibility
Youth Development
Special Needs
Health Science
Biomedical
Virtual
Sourced:
https://mda.org/summer-camp/camper
01-18-2026
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Fridays with Friends - Pool Party
We're making a splash at our July event! Join us for a fun night poolside to beat the summer heat. Families are welcome to join in! This is an opportunity for our special needs community (ages 15+) to socialize, meet new friends, and try new activities!
Ambler YMCA
Free
7/10/26
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Jul
10
Fridays with Friends - Pool Party
We're making a splash at our July event! Join us for a fun night poolside to beat the summer heat. Families are welcome to join in! This is an opportunity for our special needs community (ages 15+) to socialize, meet new friends, and try new activities!
Free
In-Person
Jul 10, 10:00 PM ET
02-09-2026
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Sensory Saturday
Sensory-friendly mornings at MOSI with reduced lights and sounds in partnership with CARD (Center for Autism & Related Disabilities). Experience hands-on activities in the Idea Zone, explore exhibits in a relaxed atmosphere with lowered lights and reduced noise levels. Museum opens before regular hours for a quieter, less crowded environment. Guests welcome to stay past event time and continue enjoying exhibits.
MOSI (Museum of Science & Industry)
$7.00 - $7 in ad...
$7.00 - $7 in advance for non-members, $10 at door, Free for MOSI members
7/18/26
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Jul
18
Sensory Saturday
Sensory-friendly mornings at MOSI with reduced lights and sounds in partnership with CARD (Center for Autism & Related Disabilities). Experience hands-on activities in the Idea Zone, explore exhibits in a relaxed atmosphere with lowered lights and reduced noise levels. Museum opens before regular hours for a quieter, less crowded environment. Guests welcome to stay past event time and continue enjoying exhibits.
$7.00 - $7 in ad...
$7.00 - $7 in advance for non-members, $10 at door, Free for MOSI members
In-Person
Jul 18, 12:00 PM ET
Sensory-Friendly
Accessibility
Museum
Exhibits
Hands-On Activities
Family-Friendly
Autism
Special Needs
02-10-2026
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Winston Prep New York Summer Program - August Online Focus Program
Online 1:1 Focus sessions available in 45-minute sessions twice weekly or daily, or 90-minute sessions daily Monday-Thursday. Program runs July 27 - August 13.
Virtual/Online
Contact for pric...
Contact for pricing information
7/27/26
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Jul
27
Winston Prep New York Summer Program - August Online Focus Program
Online 1:1 Focus sessions available in 45-minute sessions twice weekly or daily, or 90-minute sessions daily Monday-Thursday. Program runs July 27 - August 13.
Contact for pric...
Contact for pricing information
Virtual
Jul 27, 9:00 AM ET
Online Learning
Virtual Education
Individualized Instruction
Special Needs
Learning Differences
Academic Support
02-14-2026
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