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For some children, particularly those with sensory sensitivities, taking off their shoes can make them feel more comfortable. Encouraging this behavior is a great way to ensure their comfort. But in some situations, the shoes need to stay on, so what do you do?

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We are grateful to BLACKBURN'S Home Medical Equipment & Supplies and Partners Group, Cocktail Sponsors, as well as Allegheny Ad Service, Inc., CJL Engineering, HUB International, The Advisors Group of Pittsburgh, Ameritas Financial Services of Western Pa, Arrow Electric Inc, and Independent Mechanical, Refreshment Sponsors, for their support of the Watson Institute’s Pro-Am.

Your support helps our students to achieve their fullest potential!

Driving Impact: Sponsor Spotlight Series

Thank you to Farrell Roofing - Driving Range Sponsor of the Watson Institute Pro-Am.

Partners such as Farrell Roofing help the Watson Institute to provide students with enriching learning experiences!

Driving Impact: Sponsor Spotlight Series

Thank you to our Silver Sponsors, Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sewickley, Eric Huss, Keith Mathias, Pat DeCourcy, McLean Architects, Schneider Downs, Johnson Controls, John Schmitt, Cozen O'Connor, and RetireRight Financial Planning for your support of the Watson Institute Pro-Am held on June 5, 2026, at Sewickley Heights Golf Club.

Your support drives our mission to help children with disabilities achieve their fullest potential!

Helping your child build a positive self-image from an early age will help them as they face challenges and changes throughout their life. Check out our social skills module to teach your child how to boost their self-esteem when they’re feeling low, and how to help others struggling with a positive self-image!
https://www.thewatsoninstitute.org/resource/i-can-feel-good-about-myself/

Driving Impact: Sponsor Spotlight Series

We are grateful for Metz Lewis Brodman Must O’Keefe, HKS Financial Partners, Simpson & McCrady, LLC, Mark Hale, DRAW Collective, John Tippins, and Flaherty Painting - Gold Sponsors for Watson’s 46th Annual Pro-Am!

The Watson Institute provides special education services and supports to over 1200 children with disabilities, and your partnership makes that possible.

See you on the course at Sewickley Heights Golf Club on June 5th!

Driving Impact: Sponsor Spotlight Series

Thank you to PNC, Gridiron Partners, Rifton, Babst Calland, BD&E, and Gateway Engineers, Gold Sponsors for Watson’s 46th Annual Pro-Am! Their support makes it possible for students with disabilities to achieve their fullest potential.

Driving Impact: Sponsor Spotlight Series

A special thank you to Dollar Bank, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, TriState Capital Bank, Saint’s Painting, C.S. McKee, Adveen Energy and NET Xperts LLC ! All are Gold Sponsors for Watson’s 46th Annual Pro-Am!

This year’s Pro-Am will take place on June 5, 2026, at Sewickley Heights Golf Club.

Thanks to their partnership, the Watson Institute provides special education services and supports to more than 1,200 children with disabilities each year.

With summer upon us, public parks and playgrounds are growing more crowded as children head outside to play. Teaching your child how to share public spaces is a valuable skill that helps them have fun while being respectful of those around them and maintaining their own comfort.

https://www.thewatsoninstitute.org/watson-life-resources/situation/sharing-space-strategy/