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Michael Casten

Michael is married and a father of three, one being a child with SMA Type II (born in June, 2011). He is an educator who has worked directly with children and their families since 1994. He loves his family, writing, working with his hands, and taking road trips. Michael holds a bachelor’s in psychology (1994) and a master’s in education (2001).

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Articles by Michael Casten

Summer is here and in full force. Ice cream trucks, sprinklers, and lazy days abound. Bike riding also…

An envelope covered in hearts and addressed to “Mom and Dad.” This envelope was…

Editor’s note: Columnist Michael Casten continues his “Family Perspectives” series exploring how different people who surround Ella tackle…

Editor’s note: Columnist Michael Casten continues his “Family Perspectives” series in which he explores how different people who…

Editor’s note: Columnist Michael Casten continues his “Family Perspectives” series in which he explores how different people who…