Paolo Baglietto photo

When you meet Paolo Baglietto,  the first thing you notice is his wide, genuine smile. His warm, engaging personality, high energy and love of conversation draw you in immediately. 

Paolo has been a student in Monroe-Woodbury since kindergarten, when he first met Speech Pathologist Mrs. Caputo.  The transformation of the five-year-old who spoke only Spanish to the confident, eloquent, goal-driven young man of today is truly inspirational.

As his high school years wind down (he will graduate in 2023),  Paolo wanted to share his experiences and challenges as a young person with autism, his goals for the future (he wants to be an autism advocate and motivational speaker!), and his hope that this message will help spread kindness and compassion for people with autism. 

This is Paolo, sharing his story. In his words. Look out world! Here comes Paolo!