UNION, N.J. (4/12/23) – For the third straight season, the Kean University men's lacrosse team designated a game in April as Connor's Game for Autism Awareness.
"Connor's Game" is in honor of Connor Sgaramella, who is the son of Associate Athletic Director Jay Sgaramella and has been diagnosed with Autism. April is Autism Awareness Month and the Cougars would like to remind everyone that Autism is about love, hope, and acceptance.
The Cougars earned their 10
th victory of the season in a 17-10 win over Penn College on April 8th.
The men's lacrosse team wore helmets with the Autism Puzzle Piece Stickers, which are associated with the cause. The game also served as a fundraiser for the Deron School, which Connor attends.
If you would like to donate to the Deron School click the link below:
https://deronfoundation.org/donate/
About the Deron School
With campuses in Union, NJ and Montclair, NJ, The Deron School offers a state-approved private school program for students with multiple disabilities including autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and Down syndrome. Since 1967, The Deron School has provided a nurturing environment, family culture, and personalized curriculum to help students reach their greatest potential. The mission of The Deron School is to provide a comprehensive school experience within a warm supportive structured learning environment that empowers students to reach their highest level of independence and achievement. Deron prepares students with disabilities to lead successful, productive lives, allowing them to become contributing members of their community. Our students discover talents, cultivate strengths, conquer challenges, and fulfill dreams.
