UPPER LAKE, Calif. – Upper Lake Elementary School will host a presentation of “This Autistic Life” on Tuesday, Feb. 5.

The presentation will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the Upper Lake Middle School gymnasium, 725 Old Lucerne Road.

Hank Smith is a father and an educator. Ian Smith is an amazing yo yo player, juggler and math wizard, who also happens to be autistic.

The father and son will discuss the joys and challenges of living on the autistic spectrum, and how to teach children who face autism’s challenges.

Parents and family members of children on the spectrum, as well as parents of children with special needs, educators and individuals on the spectrum are encouraged to attend.

For more information, contact Upper Lake Elementary School at 707-275-2357 or visit www.thisautisticlife.com .