Non-Verbal Autistic Student Finds His Voice

Non-Verbal Autistic Student Finds His Voice - Graduation Speech

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@crazyvideoholic9380 3 жыл бұрын

"Being different doesn't mean being incapable."

@MrCmon113 3 жыл бұрын

I mean he's incapable of talking.

@asmodeus1274 3 жыл бұрын

@@MrCmon113 Did you just give your comment a thumbs up? 😂

@musavvirhannure8979 3 жыл бұрын

Respect Man

@crazyvideoholic9380 3 жыл бұрын

@@asmodeus1274 😂😂

@petri-ann1434 3 жыл бұрын

"We all have special needs...one way or the other." So true!

@erwinmonti5066 3 жыл бұрын

GOD BLESS THIS YOUNG MAN...

@aaronroach1333 2 жыл бұрын

Best part!!🥰

@tracyhedges3142 2 жыл бұрын

💯 per cent agree with that we are all so special to be treated with kindness and respect

@sugar2544 3 жыл бұрын

“Instead of put me into a box they build one that fit me” well said that really touched my heart ♥️

@angelawayne2307 3 жыл бұрын

@Anabanan. 3 жыл бұрын

All kids in school should feel this

@rebeccamorgan4255 3 жыл бұрын

So true! Schools expect every child to behave, learn and act the same

@ayisyen2009 3 жыл бұрын

Bring different doesn’t mean incapable 💯 that was an amazing speech congrats on this outstanding achievement bro 🙏🏿 keep reaching for the ✨ 💫 and remember the sky is the limit 💯

@miriammaldonado7848 3 жыл бұрын

@@ayisyen2009 There are no limits🙏

@lovewillbeourhome 3 жыл бұрын

Love it . His parents never give up on him. Praise God for the parents that love their children.

@jasonwilson3057 3 жыл бұрын

We have so many people running around screaming about how they're victims and this young man explaining why hes not.

@niniandsunny1353 3 жыл бұрын

Best comment ever!!!

@murra8087 3 жыл бұрын

Well said, Jason.

@kathyw4212 3 жыл бұрын

Thank god his mother knew better than to listen to the doctors. There's a reason why it's called "practicing" medicine.

@Light-cy1gp 3 жыл бұрын

when u said "many people running around screaming about how they're victims" i imagined for a sec people who were lierally screaming and running around and that looks so funny😂👍🙌

@jasonwilson3057 3 жыл бұрын

@@Light-cy1gp they are screaming but they are usually walking or marching.

@twotragediesinlife667 3 жыл бұрын

Whoever disliked this video is the reason this world is such a dark place.

@adelasalkanovic8913 3 жыл бұрын

Must be Karen three doors down. She is not on KZfaq. Jealousy is bad filing get you nowhere .Love the speech. Good luck young man. 🌎 is yours. 🥰✌👏👍

@SKOLAH 3 жыл бұрын

Yes!👏👏

@nothisispatrick3894 3 жыл бұрын

People who care about what others like/dislike is whats wrong with the world. A mechanic added to social media platforms that shape a person's self worth. Sad.

@boredweegie553 3 жыл бұрын

You do understand the algorithms on KZfaq don't you? It's not about disliking it for the fk of it..it's so there are fewer vids coming through like this....you really need to learn why ppl click dislike..too many people jump to idiotic conclusions.

@ANOther-yx6pl 3 жыл бұрын

So concerned about what other people think, like or don't like. It's none of your business. STFU!

@daniby9894 3 жыл бұрын

"We all have special needs, mine are just more evident" How true...

@Hailstonepie 3 жыл бұрын

My son is autistic and is a qualified brick layer and groundworker, he lays pipes and concrete ect, I support his own choices.

@youfeelgoodnow4873 3 жыл бұрын

This is amazing! I'm sure you are a proud mom. He is productive and supports himself. Absolutely awesome! Much love and blessings!🌷

@1QYITSTORM 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome im proud and he is not my son. Blessing to you both. To God Be The Glory. TGBTG

@roisindubh02 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome.

@alinesimon3330 3 жыл бұрын

GOD BLESS HIM

@youfeelgoodnow4873 3 жыл бұрын

@CantOutRunADuck Yes agree! It definitely could be a dad. There's no need to be defensive, it's not personal. As long as his/her son is doing good. Thank you for your comment.

@loro9385 3 жыл бұрын

As a child I had a blind friend who told me we all had our own mountain to climb. Some mountains were more obvious than others but we all have one.

@jj1211 3 жыл бұрын

"I was able to tell my Mom how much I loved her"❤ Amazing how this simple act can be taken for granted. Congratulations & Best of luck lad❣

@JamesandHarry 3 жыл бұрын

I bet that was the best day of her life 💓

@opaque1231 3 жыл бұрын

That got me crying man

@yodittsegay1036 3 жыл бұрын

🥲🥲🥲

@svharken6907 3 жыл бұрын

having myself been boxed in for five years of non verbal life.. i found this so wonderful and it made me happy...

@Isllife082 3 жыл бұрын

Im so glad.

@ChaoticAngelKitten 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you found your voice. Stay positive and don’t let the world get you down. Every one of us is here for a very special reason.

@anthonycassel4977 3 жыл бұрын

They built a box that fit me!! That's all I needed to hear! Such an amazing speech and young man!

@lindalee9628 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations young man. You will go far in life.

@theapocalypse1854 3 жыл бұрын

No one should be in a Box. It means to confine.

@GardenBandits 3 жыл бұрын

"Being different, doesn't mean being incapable." ❤

@Lilstinker63 3 жыл бұрын

This young man is from my area and I want to tell him congrats dream big and live life to the fullest.

@ChaoticAngelKitten 3 жыл бұрын

If you see him, wish him well from all his fans here on the internet.

@Momsdailyagenda 3 жыл бұрын

Being a parent of a child with Autism, I can tell you our children just want to be excepted to have friends, and do things that their peers are doing. Our children learn a different way, and it isn’t wrong, it’s just different. That’s what we need on this planet, different. My child has made me a better person than I could have ever been without them. I see difference as a good thing. Difference, will open your eyes and your heart. I wish everyone would take time to get to know someone who has Special needs to see their world, because it’s a beautiful world. ❤️💜💕💖

@anonymousdonor 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@miriammaldonado7848 3 жыл бұрын

And that's what makes our world a better place.

@googlyeyedcat 3 жыл бұрын

The future is for our children, our grandchildren and our great-grandchildren. We must do everything we can possibly do to see to it that their future is everything they hoped it would be.

@SavedDak 3 жыл бұрын

God bless you 🙏 . You touched my heart

@carolluther1625 3 жыл бұрын

We are all different. Each person is a part of tapestry that makes up this world. I have a son with special needs. He had kidney failure at birth was DD, ADHD. He passed proficiency tests, went on to graduate from school. We set the tone in how our children grow, and develop into who they are by encouraging and fostering there interests. When my son said he wanted to do x, I encouraged it. Be a light to our children and help them dance their dance! God bless everyone.

@Sunshine-Light 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic speech, In 2011 I entered a songwriting competition and I sang a song on stage, my first live act, before a audience and a young boy age 15 joined me on stage and began singing with me, the audience went wild, afterwards his mom was crying and it was then that she told me she had never heard him talk or sing before.

@glenpearce3883 3 жыл бұрын

Tell us more, please.

@LJB1308 3 жыл бұрын

Omg that is the most touching video. That mom deserves mom of the year!

@teddisk848 3 жыл бұрын

Unbelievable respect for all involved with this young man. God bless you all!

@michaelcaza6766 3 жыл бұрын

I’m in tears, I’m verbal and on the spectrum! This young man has a bright future ahead of him!

@SpaceCadet2569 3 жыл бұрын

Well now I’m crying again.

@cindymorgan5280 3 жыл бұрын

Me too so happy for him

@BethanysAnimalcrew1982 3 жыл бұрын

God bless this incredible young man

@cedarwho7 3 жыл бұрын

My son has autism. He doesn't show or express affection. When this kid thanked his mom I felt that, I dream of the day my son can say he loves me..

@ChaoticAngelKitten 3 жыл бұрын

He may not show or express it but I bet you he feels it.

@jeffreyrobinson6988 3 жыл бұрын

Nonverbal has as little to do with intellect as verbosity is an indication of intellect.

@tracyjohnson5023 3 жыл бұрын

EXACTLY! Anyone that doubts this truth, there are an infinite number of great examples on video of verbosity without intelligence available for your viewing pleasure brought to you by the United States congress and senate. They even have their own television channel.

@kaycee5129 3 жыл бұрын

👏👏👏👏

@lawabidingcitizen3427 3 жыл бұрын

Devil manifestations are everywhere my friend. We are just not keen enough to see them... those up there in the dislikes are more evident.

@lawabidingcitizen3427 3 жыл бұрын

@CantOutRunADuck 😎

@berlynify 3 жыл бұрын

WOW! Blown away..blown away. We've got so much to learn..& so much we can give students like John, because they have so much to give us - " schools fitting themselves to students, instead of the other way around.." 100% yes!

@johnfritz4096 3 жыл бұрын

That was really beautiful. What an extraordinary young man. God Bless you and your family buddy!!!

@stevemccutcheon8803 3 жыл бұрын

My son graduated high school and was autistic. He was so smart. He passed away from a seizure 2 yrs ago today, and I miss him every minute. On a sad day,this warned my heart.

@jessicagrace625 3 жыл бұрын

How wonderful that through technology, this young man has “his” voice. Thank God and Here’s wishing him the very best !

@cindymorgan5280 3 жыл бұрын

This young man is amazing love him without knowing him amazing boy

@JP-xl3iw 3 жыл бұрын

How evil you got 2 be to dislike this.

@MElaughs 3 жыл бұрын

Anyone within autism that reads this - I can see behind your eyes and I know genius. You are a exceptional minds trapped behind invisible barriers. Whether it's words, pencils, paints, clay, guitar, piano, drum, football, basketball... Whatever it is you love, you live for - keep doing it. There is something incredible about you, within you - the most incredible part is, you and other people won't know how amazing you are until you find the thing you love. Find your love, free your thoughts ☮️❤️😁

@HopeLove123 3 жыл бұрын

He may be misdiagnosed, all of the medical community call his condition as Autism, but it may very well be Dystractsia, very similar condition, but the speech part can be worked on and come forward, where the person will began to speak. The medical community just automatically peg holes the condition as "Autism." What a shame for the child. Mom get reading material on this and you will understand much better. My wonderfully smart and bright Grandson was always asked are you Autistic and when the Medical People researched further they knew it was Dytracstra. Please check into this, to see what the diagnosis is.

@MElaughs 3 жыл бұрын

@@HopeLove123 "wonderfully smart and bright" - it is the most tragic part. Unimaginable increase in intelligence

@andrewchojnicki3112 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, I have so much to learn. It's so easy to jump to judgement...and get it so wrong! Thanks for the lesson.

@stacyash397 3 жыл бұрын

like u and thanks for the lesson

@MrCmon113 3 жыл бұрын

When you never get anything wrong you probably never say anything meaningful.

@KellyLouiseYeahx 3 жыл бұрын

What an amazing young man! And it sounds like a really supportive group of adults around him. I was holding it together until his tutors bottom lip started to wobble and then I was gone, full on tears. I’m sure whatever he is doing now is amazing!

@galiaberry7627 3 жыл бұрын

I just watched this amazing and inspiring video. I can assure you that *I* was the one who was educated tonight. Thank you!

@kimberlydlapp3441 3 жыл бұрын

All these teachers and especially MOM 🥳🥳🥳👏👏👏👏👏🙌

@aprilfox1057 3 жыл бұрын

I congratulate this young man. His story is beautiful. With love, from Perth, Western Australia 🇦🇺

@georginashanti4605 3 жыл бұрын

I don't understand how there are 23 dislikes. Communication is a human right and this teenager is exercising his right, in a way that he chose, I hope. It's pure inspiration and brought tears to my eyes. We all just want to be accepted and feel like there's somewhere we belong. 💛🌻💛

@darlenepreston3739 Жыл бұрын

They probably don't believe that these are really his words.

@tonyquek6157 3 жыл бұрын

R E S P E C T!!!

@Jen-lc5yc 3 жыл бұрын

If this young man wrote this speech, it is incredible..he cannot speak but he can certainly write!

@yiayiavnope2944 3 жыл бұрын

I am truly grateful that I 'happened' upon this video! I can now see how completely wrong my thinking was when it came to autism. Thank you, thank you for your voice!

@junbh2 3 жыл бұрын

Very cool! I wish they had briefly explained in the intro or in the video description how he writes. It took me a minute to realise it was his own words.

@jenniferleaning4847 3 жыл бұрын

It says in the video he uses an iPad to express his thoughts.

@suek7086 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, from kindergarten.

@call_me_cooper 3 жыл бұрын

He said he was lucky to have that school, but man... that school was lucky to have him!

@cbisme6414 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, this is truly what school should be about, it's not only good for this young man but also for all students at the school, congratulations from Perth Western Australia 👏👏👏👏🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

@johnwellingtoniii5734 3 жыл бұрын

Bless his heart 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗

@rafiki1494 3 жыл бұрын

Bring my tears down. Show high respect to his mom

@donnagrahamjernigan1779 3 жыл бұрын

I am blessed to work with autistic students and they are awesome! Congratulations on your graduation!

@roseestrada3689 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jesus for this young man he's blessed by the Holy spirit

@nataliedixon7378 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot! I didn’t want to cry today but look at me now. Bawling!!

@contentedspirit9022 3 жыл бұрын

Autism is labeled as a disability. It's actually just a "different ability". They may learn differently but they can learn and do much.

@muackisaid9123 3 жыл бұрын

It is still a disability because you struggle to learn simple tasks that are so easy for neurotypicals. Don't see it as a disability will only hurt people who struggles and don't get the help that they need.

@roisindubh02 3 жыл бұрын

❤️

@contentedspirit9022 3 жыл бұрын

@@muackisaid9123 I'm very aware. My daughter is on the spectrum plus has several other issues that cause anxiety and sensory issues. All I meant is that those with autism learn differently but they CAN do many things very well when it's something they enjoy or part of their special interest. I get upset with people who just want to put a label of disability and don't allow any room for that person to learn, grow and be a productive part of society. My daughter wants to have a future but has been treated badly.

@muackisaid9123 3 жыл бұрын

@@contentedspirit9022 disability doesn't mean 0 capabilities. Many people with disabilities are very capable of learning new things.

@missmadelinesadventures3278 3 жыл бұрын

This young man gives me so much hope for my son. Ty

@turingfan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for a wonderful speech

@tinamullen2707 3 жыл бұрын

This is the best graduation speech I have come crossed in a long time. Just by chance it popped up as a suggestion in my video feed. It was beautiful and articulate. Having a child that is severely Dyslexic and even at the age of 21, can only read at what they determine to be a Grade 3 level, it is so hard for people to accept that she is highly intelligent. People often just assume that just because you can't read like everyone else, you can't be intelligent. She has always loved a good story and continues to "read" with the help of computer programs and audio books. She may not be able to write a good story by herself but she has discovered a way of telling a great story with her beautiful photography. I am so glad that this young man and his family was able to find such a wonderful school for him. there needs to be a change in the system so that all schools can be more like this. Best of luck on your adventures in learning!

@luciagarcia7685 3 жыл бұрын

Check out Irlen Syndrome.

@gabesmith9171 3 жыл бұрын

What a sweet guy and brilliant mind- I hope he is crushing it wherever he is great job man👍👍

@chamm8749 3 жыл бұрын

God bless him and I wish him luck. He is very smart and handsome.

@orchid2407 3 жыл бұрын

This is amazing!! What a beautiful expression of acceptance, God bless.

@kirstin6296 3 жыл бұрын

Nice to know there a few teachers left who care.

@babsskett2757 3 жыл бұрын

Wow!! Amazing young man indeed. God bless him.

@dianemainiero6760 3 жыл бұрын

AMAZING congratulations

@NaomiBlackysFamilyLifestyle 3 жыл бұрын

Wow this is so true, very proud of you 💖💖💖👏👏👏

@peachesb-georgia1125 3 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful wonderful son... so proud of you...

@themandahouse7660 3 жыл бұрын

You go, man!! 👏

@scottguthrie8074 3 жыл бұрын

That he may reveal the Glory of God!! Father continue to bless, keep and develope this young man in Your image!! A-Men!!

@rhondathompson9189 3 жыл бұрын

God didn't do this, his community did.....they deserve the admiration

@tidepodmusical4173 3 жыл бұрын

@@rhondathompson9189 ONLY God could do this.

@tidepodmusical4173 3 жыл бұрын

Amen. Praise God for this young man’s life.

@rhondathompson9189 3 жыл бұрын

If there is a god, he claims to be a vengeful and jealous God. If there was a god, why would sweet innocent children suffer at the hands of "godly "men. Why is there a home for pedophile priests ten minutes from my house? Why do you rest your whole existence on a religion that's only two thousand years old? You can keep your god if that's his best work

@debbietaylor9750 3 жыл бұрын

God made him this way....

@cathykorpirealestate5207 3 жыл бұрын

My grand daughter and grand son are autistic. They are both very smart and very capable, it is just the communication that is different.......they are loved and encouraged and treated the same as anyone else in our family!

@ladypamela8269 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations Sir. Your amazing and helping others see the truth. Also what an amazing job the teachers and staff did. And to mom, You have done a fantastic job!

@theapocalypse1854 3 жыл бұрын

BEING DIFFERENT MAKES YOU STAND OUT !! THEY WON'T FORGET YOU !!

@betielmehari4026 3 жыл бұрын

"Being different doesn't mean being incapable"..very true.. well said❤

@misspurpleplum3988 Жыл бұрын

I shredded tears, cause I work with autistic kids, they all are so beautiful souls❤

@kathim231 3 жыл бұрын

How incredible a mind. Not many can express like you did. I won't wish you luck because I know you will accomplish great goals.

@philipem1000 3 жыл бұрын

Gosh. That was amazing and moving.

@elviamorales3451 3 жыл бұрын

Congrats! What an inspiration.

@soitsawhat 3 жыл бұрын

Heart warming, thank you for sharing your story. I believe in you!!

@npeace312 3 жыл бұрын

Bless him and his parents.

@sheilamartin9258 3 жыл бұрын

Well done! Congratulations and God bless you!!

@whatsinname8544 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing!! Truly inspiring.

@Maria-eq2nb 3 жыл бұрын

I wish you well, young man! You are amazing!

@angelaschuurman7264 3 жыл бұрын

Had me in tears. You keep building boxes that fit you John and congratulations on your graduation!

@shawnmckenzie1786 3 жыл бұрын

Way to go young man. You are truly amazing. Thank you. Well done SIR.

@deborahluke9329 3 жыл бұрын

This is fantastic. Great young man who deserves all the respect. Hope you flourish further xx

@bryanjones14 3 жыл бұрын

Sometime we learn more from the student .

@susanmiller1075 3 жыл бұрын

Aww sweetheart you are beautiful you deserve the world xx

@angelfish6236 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for you courage and sharing your story ❤🙏🏾 so much truth. Congratulations!

@kydn6686 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful!!

@kuku1277 3 жыл бұрын

God bless you.Amazing young man.

@tinamarie8061 3 жыл бұрын

Oh my heart! This is absolutely wonderful

@brigantia736 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful!

@Goldyntuch 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations, John...What a beautiful speech..In your OWN words! So inspiring and amazing,you are. Wishing you nothing less of success and greatness. With LOVE💖💖

@darinakalinova2180 3 жыл бұрын

I just hope he has a job and will have one to support himself as if not. It's not going to be easy.

@miriammaldonado7848 3 жыл бұрын

God bless and protect you and your mum. You're a brilliant young man, please stay teaching to the world that everything is possible.

@sadafbutt4994 3 жыл бұрын

Well done ! Congratulations..

@robertmurray9514 10 ай бұрын

What a top guy. Never judge a book by its cover. This young man deserves success in whatever field he chooses to follow. He genuinely has more brains and good attitude than most of the people who claim to be governing us. Well done. Your a credit to all of us.

@monamonroe7569 3 жыл бұрын

Precious young man!

@kaysimpson8253 3 жыл бұрын

What an incredible young man. A joy to his mom and an asset to our world. Good luck!

@malkacantor1670 Жыл бұрын

So very happy and may all good things for him and family. Very warm heart

@MsVonruffy 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations John - I wish you all the very best that life offers. I would also like congratulate John's mum, and everyone who supports him in the way that he needs, so he can achieve his goals and dreams.