Judson's Last Ride
Judson Hancock Trende is set to experience his last day of high school, a significant milestone for his family. Judson, who has profound autism, has been attending school regularly since fourth grade, and today marks the end of that routine. His family reflects on the challenges and joys of raising him, emphasizing the support they received along the way.
- ▪Judson is 18 years old and has profound autism.
- ▪Today is his last day of class, and he will not return to school again.
- ▪His family has faced numerous challenges, including the high costs of therapy.
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