Join a screening of "This Is Not About Me," a documentary about growing up autistic and non-speaking, as a fundraiser for SEPTAR - the Special Education PTA of Redwood City. The funds raised will go toward support for inclusive after-school programs, disability awareness, and more in Redwood City School district. Join us on this link: 

 during and after the screening for comments and discussions about the film. 

Join a screening of "This Is Not About Me" as a fundraiser for SEPTAR. The funds raised will go toward support for inclusive after-school programs in Redwood City School district that will be offered to all students. We will be on this link: 

 during and after the screening for comments and discussions about the film. 

Michelle Gayliardi

This Is Not About Me tells the story of Jordyn Zimmerman. Jordyn dreamt of becoming a teacher. She started out eager to learn at school, but she was soon separated from the other children. Unable to communicate, teachers thought she was also unable to understand or learn. Year after year, her behavior worsened. She was restrained and placed in seclusion. Jordyn found herself caught in a system that unintentionally turned her life into a living nightmare. Finally, at the age of 18, with the help of educators who see her differently, she manages to turn her fate and flourish. English, Spanish and Croatian subtitles are available.

This Is Not About Me tells the story of Jordyn Zimmerman. Jordyn dreamt of becoming a teacher. She started out eager to learn at school, but she was soon separated from the other children. Unable to communicate, teachers thought she was also unable to understand or learn. Year after year, her behavior worsened. She was restrained and placed in seclusion. Jordyn found herself caught in a system that unintentionally turned her life into a living nightmare. Finally, at the age of 18, with the help of educators who see her differently, she manages to turn her fate and flourish.