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When Belqui Ortiz-Millili drops off her teenage son, Connor, at Lexington Life Academy Gateway, he has a smile on his face. For Ortiz-Millili, an autism advocate, author and mother of two sons on the spectrum, that smile means everything. “There’s nothing better for the parent of a nonverbal child than seeing that joy when they go to school,” she said. Now 16 and in his first year at Lexington Life as a ninth grader, Connor is joyful and, as his mom describes, at his best when swimming or listening to music. Connor’s educational journey has taken [...]

From interactive projects to hands-on experiments, Lexington Life Academy’s inaugural science fair was a vibrant showcase of curiosity, creativity, and innovation, where students explored a variety of scientific concepts through engaging presentations. “We are so proud of every single student who participated and shared their knowledge,” said Lexington Life Academy-Gateway Director and Principal Jessica Gilmore, M.Ed. “The energy, engagement, and enthusiasm in the rooms were truly inspiring.” One highlight of the event was the first-place-winning project by Zane, which captivated attendees with an in-depth exploration of magnetism. His work demonstrated a strong understanding of scientific principles and reflected the spirit [...]