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What We Do
We believe in…
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Utilizing culturally competent, evidence-based practices to enhance education
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Empowering autistic individuals
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Supporting autistic individuals of all ages, stages, and abilities
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Making resources available to all
Our Mission
We strive to increase understanding and support for autistic Alaskans of all ages.
We provide free autism resources, information, and training. Our specialists can help to connect you to the service providers that may best fit you our your child's needs.
Land Acknowledgment
AARC services are brought to you on the traditional lands of Alaska's indigenous people.
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With gratitude and respect, we recognize the contributions and perspectives of those who came before us.
Meet the Team
Autumn Holt, M. Ed.
Autism Resource Specialist
Autumn has been working at the Alaska Autism Resource Center (AARC) since 2022. Autumn graduated from the University of Central Florida (UCF) with an M.Ed. in Exceptional Student Education. She earned a graduate certificate in autism spectrum disorders from UCF. Autumn has eighteen years of experience in special education. She enjoys reading and playing with her 6 cats.
Kelly Maki, MS
Autism Resource Specialist
Kelly has been part of the SESA team since 2024. She is an Autism Specialist for the Low Incidence Disabilities program and the Alaska Autism Resource Center, AARC. She has been an educator since 2001 and has her Master of Special Education and Educational Leadership. She has served as a Special Education Teacher, Professional Development Facilitator, Novice Teacher Mentor, Instruction and athletic coach, and School Administrator in Florida and Alaska. In her spare time, she likes to go camping, kayaking, fishing (especially ice fishing), and watching all types of documentaries. Kelly believes in person-first thinking and celebrates individuality to determine the most appropriate interventions and tools to support all persons.
AARC specialists are passionate about promoting autism inclusion and education throughout the state of Alaska.
