Guide to Public Special Education Programs in Southeastern Massachusetts

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Guide to Public Special Education

Programs in

Southeastern Massachusetts

2015–2016

Southeast Collaborative Regional Organization – SCRO

Representing the member districts of:

Bi-County Collaborative, Cape Cod Collaborative, CHARMS Collaborative, North River Collaborative, Pilgrim Area Collaborative, READS Collaborative, South Coast Educational Collaborative, South Shore Educational Collaborative,

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Introduction

The Southeast Collaborative Regional Organization (S.C.R.O.) is a consortium of nine educational collaboratives in southeastern Massachusetts. The purpose of S.C.R.O. is to: enhance the quality of education in each local district by creating a wealth of combined expertise; maximize education dollars through consolidation of resources such as professional development and technology; build capacity within member districts through the sharing of management, instructional and support personnel; share knowledge, information and best practices among members; acquaint state and local leaders, policy makers and the public with the role

educational collaboratives play in promoting high quality, cost effective school districts. The S.C.R.O. provides a connection to the Massachusetts Organization of Educational Collaboratives (M.O.E.C.), the state level collaborative organization.

The nine collaboratives affiliated with S.C.R.O. are:

Bi-County Collaborative Pilgrim Area Collaborative Cape Cod Collaborative READS Collaborative

CHARMS Collaborative South Coast Educational Collaborative North River Collaborative South Shore Educational Collaborative

Southeastern Massachusetts Educational Collaborative

These collaboratives are associated with nearly one hundred school districts from the southeastern part of Massachusetts. Collaboratives provide specialized education programs for students with complex special needs who are not able to make adequate progress in their home school districts. The collaboratives provide outstanding educational and therapeutic services. The students are able to remain close to their home town while receiving specialized educational instruction to meet their needs.

Some of the school districts associated with S.C.R.O. offer specialized programs within the home schools so that students may be educated locally with peers. The districts’ programs are high quality and comparable to collaborative and private school programs. In this brochure, school districts and collaboratives have provided descriptions of the specialized programs that are available to students from other school districts or

collaborative regions.

This information is provided to assist you in locating a program that will provide a challenging and successful educational setting for students who are not making adequate progress at his/her home district. The

programs listed in this guide will meet high standards and expectations for all learners. Each program or school listed has a person for you to contact for additional information.

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Programs by DISABILITY TYPE

Autism

Abington Co-Op Program

Bi-County Collaborative Adult Transition Program

Bi-County Collaborative Life Roles Education Program

Bi-County Collaborative Life Roles Transition Center

Bi-County Collaborative Specialized Elementary Alternative Program

Bi-County Collaborative Therapeutic Education Program

Bi-County Collaborative Therapeutic Elementary Alternative Program

Cape Cod Collaborative STAR Program – ASD

Cape Cod Collaborative STAR Program – EBD

Charms Collaborative Charms Elementary Learning Skills Program

East Bridgewater Access Learning Center (LLC)

Marshfield ASD

North River Collaborative Behavior Consultation and Education Services (BCES)

North River Collaborative Community Based Vocational Program

North River Collaborative Learning Centers for Students with Autism & Developmental Delays

North River Collaborative Summer Work and Learning Program

Pilgrim Area Collaborative Learning Skills Program

Pilgrim Area Collaborative PACES: Pilgrim Area Collaborative Extended Services Pilgrim Area Collaborative Transitional Skills Program

Scituate GLC

Scituate PLC and ILC

Scituate Vocational Life Skills

South Coast Educational Collaborative Bridge – Dighton Rehoboth High School

South Coast Educational Collaborative Bridge – Somerset Berkley Regional High School

South Coast Educational Collaborative Early Childhood – Palmer River

South Coast Educational Collaborative Gallishaw High School

South Coast Educational Collaborative Gallishaw Middle School

South Coast Educational Collaborative Palmer River Elementary

South Coast Educational Collaborative Seekonk North ACE Elementary

South Coast Educational Collaborative Seekonk North Elementary

South Coast Educational Collaborative Seekonk North High School

South Coast Educational Collaborative Seekonk North Middle School

South Coast Educational Collaborative Somerset Middle School

South Coast Educational Collaborative Somerset North Elementary

South Coast Educational Collaborative South Coast Middle Alternative School at Somerset Middle School

South Shore Educational Collaborative Community School

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Southeastern MA Educational Collaborative SMEC Adult Services

Southeastern MA Educational Collaborative SMEC Integrated Services Program I (ISP I)

Southeastern MA Educational Collaborative SMEC Integrated Services Program II (ISP II)

Southeastern MA Educational Collaborative SMEC Primary Language Program (PLP)

Whitman-Hanson Elementary Autism Programs

Whitman-Hanson Middle School Autism Program

Communication Disorders

Bi-County Collaborative Elementary Developmental Learning Program

Bi-County Collaborative Preschool Developmental Learning Program

Bi-County Collaborative Secondary Therapeutic Alternative High School

Charms Collaborative Charms High School Vocational-Life Skills Program

Charms Collaborative Charms Multi-Skills I

Charms Collaborative Charms Multi-Skills II

East Bridgewater Language Learning Center (LLC)

Hull Team Based Learning

North River Collaborative Learning Centers for Students with Multiple Disabilities

South Shore Educational Collaborative Mini School

Southeastern MA Educational Collaborative SMEC Early Childhood Program (ECP)

Developmental Delay

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South Coast Educational Collaborative Early Childhood & Elementary – Berkley South Coast Educational Collaborative Palmer River Elementary

Southeastern MA Educational Collaborative SMEC Transitional Services

Emotional

Bi-County Collaborative Alternative Middle School

Bi-County Collaborative Learning Center

Bi-County Collaborative Middle School Therapeutic Program

Bi-County Collaborative Therapeutic High School

Cape Cod Collaborative Waypoint Academy

Charms Collaborative Charms High School Alternative Learning Program

East Bridgewater Therapeutic Learning Center (TLC)

Hull Satellite

Hull Teaching Independence and Decision Making Through

Educational Support (TIDES)

Marshfield Social Emotional Program – Elementary

Alternative Learning Program – High School

North River Collaborative Independence Academy

North River Collaborative North River Middle/High School

Pilgrim Area Collaborative PACES: Pilgrim Area Collaborative Extended Services Pilgrim Area Collaborative Pilgrim Academy

Pilgrim Area Collaborative Transitional Skills Program

READS READS Academy

Scituate SEB Program

South Coast Educational Collaborative Freetown Elementary School

South Coast Educational Collaborative George R Austin Intermediate School

South Coast Educational Collaborative Gallishaw High School at Seekonk High School

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South Shore Educational Collaborative Careers High School

South Shore Educational Collaborative Quest Elementary/Middle School

South Shore Educational Collaborative South Shore High School

South Shore Educational Collaborative STARTS Program (Short Term Assessment and Return to School)

Southeastern MA Educational Collaborative SMEC Alternative Learning Classroom I (ALC I)

Southeastern MA Educational Collaborative SMEC Alternative Learning Classroom II (ALC II)

Whitman-Hanson Elementary Therapeutic Learning Center

Whitman-Hanson Student Support Center – Grades 6-8

Health

Cape Cod Collaborative STAR Program – Medical

Intellectual

Marshfield Providing Opportunities for Secondary Transitions –

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Scituate GLC

Southeastern MA Educational Collaborative SMEC Transitional Services

Whitman-Hanson Elementary Specialized Learning Center

Whitman-Hanson Program for Life Skills Development – High School

Whitman-Hanson Program for Life Skills Development – Grades 6-8

Multiple Disabilities

Neurological

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Scituate GLC

Physical

Sensory: Deaf-Blind

READS Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program (DHH)

Sensory: Hearing

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Sensory: Vision

East Bridgewater Special Education – Vision Services

Specific Learning

Marshfield Language Based Learning Program High School

Pilgrim Area Collaborative PACES: Pilgrim Area Collaborative Extended Services

Substance Abuse

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COLLABORATIVE PROGRAMS

ALL Collaborative Programs

North River Collaborative Behavior Consultation and Education Services (BCES)

North River Collaborative Independence Academy

Pilgrim Area Collaborative Learning Skills Program

Pilgrim Area Collaborative PACES: Pilgrim Area Collaborative Extended Services Pilgrim Area Collaborative Pilgrim Academy

Pilgrim Area Collaborative Transitional Skills Program

READS READS Academy

South Coast Educational Collaborative Early Childhood – Palmer River

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South Coast Educational Collaborative Freetown Elementary School

South Coast Educational Collaborative George R Austin Intermediate School

South Shore Educational Collaborative Careers High School

Southeastern MA Educational Collaborative SMEC Alternative Learning Classroom I (ALC I)

Southeastern MA Educational Collaborative SMEC Alternative Learning Classroom II (ALC II)

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DISTRICT PROGRAMS

ALL District Programs

East Bridgewater Special Education – Vision Services

East Bridgewater Therapeutic Learning Center (TLC)

Hull Satellite

Hull Teaching Independence and Decision Making Through

Educational Support (TIDES)

Marshfield ASD

Marshfield Language Based Learning Program High School

Marshfield Providing Opportunities for Secondary Transitions – POST Program

Marshfield Social Emotional Program – Elementary

Alternative Learning Program – High School

Scituate GLC

Scituate SEB Program

Whitman-Hanson Elementary Specialized Learning Center

Whitman-Hanson Elementary Therapeutic Learning Center

Whitman-Hanson Middle School Autism Program

Whitman-Hanson Program for Life Skills Development – High School

Whitman-Hanson Program for Life Skills Development – Grades 6-8

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Abington Public Schools

Co-Op Program

Ages Served: age 14-22

Grades Served: Grade 8 until age out at 22

Type of Program: In-District

Primary Population/Disability: Autism, Developmental Delay, Intellectual, Neurological

Other Population Served: Program Description:

The Co-Op Program is a substantially separate program housed within the Abington High School servicing students 14-22 years of age. This program designed to meet the needs of students with severe special needs. The focus of the curriculum is functional academics as well as social and pre-vocational skills training. This program provides opportunities for the children assigned to experience a curriculum rich in a variety of developmentally appropriate activities allowing for each child to meet their maximum potential within the least restrictive setting.

Calendar:

School Year – Number of Days 180 Summer – Number of Days NA

School Year – Hours 6 Summer – Hours NA

Therapeutic Services Available: Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Adaptive Physical Education (APE), Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Counseling, Vision Services, Hearing Services

Parent Support Program: Specific to each student's needs

Additional Program Information:

Program Contact Information:

Program/School Name: Co-Op Program

Program Location(s): Abington High School, 201 Gliniewicz Way, Abington, MA 02351

Contact Person: Dympna M. Thomas, Ph. D. Contact Email: dympnathomas@abingtonps.org

Contact Phone: 781-982-2175 Website: www.abingtonps.org

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Bi-County Collaborative

Adult Transition Program

Grades Served: 12

Type of Program: Public Day

Primary Population/Disability: Autism, Neurological, Specific Learning

Other Population Served:

Communication, Emotional, Health

Program Description:

The Adult Transition Program provides individualized educational and community-based transitional services to students ranging in age from 18 to 22 years. Students may have fulfilled their MCAS or MCAS Alternate Assessment requirements and may be completing their district credit requirements for graduation, or they may be working towards a high school certificate of attendance/completion. The program serves students who have been diagnosed with high functioning autism, neurological challenges, and learning disabilities. Students demonstrate foundational skills and performance levels in the areas of cooperation with others, handling transitions, adapting to change, and safety in school, the workplace and the community. The Adult Transition Program is designed to provide students with individualized education, transition and therapeutic services that range from functional academics to community based instruction, meaningful internships / work experiences, and recreation / leisure activities. Instruction in functional academics, activities of daily living, self-advocacy, employability skills, social skills development, pragmatic language skills and community based experiences are all part of the Adult Transition Program’s commitment to support students as they develop competencies that will assist them as they transition to adult life. The individualized coordinated set of activities and instruction provided to each student is designed to maximize independence and enable students to become successful, valued, and productive adult members of society.

Calendar:

School Year – Number of Days 180 Summer – Number of Days 28

School Year – Hours 6.5 Summer – Hours 5

Therapeutic Services Available: Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Adaptive Physical Education (APE), Counseling

Parent Support Program: Bi-County offers many support programs including Home Based support Services, Friday Morning Clinical, individual clinical support meetings, consultation from a multidisciplinary team of providers including Nurse Leader, Psychiatrist, Clinical Psychologist, BCBA, Transition Specialists, Social Workers and Counselors . Bi-County offers several Parent Nights throughout the school year to provide information and support for parents.

Additional Program Information: Students participate in direct and explicit social skills instruction. Programming includes individualized transition planning and assessment as well as planned learning experiences in community settings, work experiences and internships with job coaching.

Program/School Name: Adult Transition Program, Bi-County Collaborative Campus School

Program Location(s): Bi-County Collaborative Campus School, 141 Mansion Drive, Walpole, MA

Contact Person: Nancy Regan Contact Email: nregan@bicounty.org

Contact Phone: 508-335-7543 Website: www.bicounty.org

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Bi-County Collaborative

Alternative Middle School

Grades Served: Gr. 5-8

Type of Program: In a Host School

Primary Population/Disability: Emotional, Health, Specific Learning

Autism, Communication

The Alternative Middle School Program (AMS) provides services to students in grades 5-8 who may present with behavioral and social challenges, emotional impairment and/or specific learning disabilities. The program provides a highly structured, consistent, and therapeutic environment. Teaching is individualized with a focus on promoting academic, social, and emotional success. Predictable routines, therapeutic supports, and consistent ongoing direct teaching of social and communication skills assist in motivating students and developing their self-esteem. Strategies are utilized that assist students to learn self-control and to develop appropriate behaviors and coping skills within the school environment. The AMS academic curriculum is aligned with the Massachusetts Common Core Standards and is modified to meet the learning styles and needs of each student. RELATED SERVICES: Students in this program receive counseling, speech and language, and other related services as recommended by their IEP teams.

Calendar:

Additional Program Information: Students in this program participate in direct and explicit social skills instruction. Programming includes transition planning and assessment as well as planned learning experiences in community settings and field trips.

Program/School Name: Alternative Middle School

Program Location(s): Keller-Sullivan School 500 Lincoln Street Franklin, MA

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Bi-County Collaborative

Elementary Developmental Learning Program

Grades Served: Gr. 1 - 4

Primary Population/Disability:

Communication, Intellectual, Neurological, Physical, Multiple Disabilities

Health, Sensory: Hearing, Sensory: Vision

The Elementary Developmental Learning Program provides a comprehensive program for elementary students with multiple physical, intellectual, neurological, and communication impairments. Emphasis is placed upon sensory-based learning, movement, total communication, and adaptive technology. Therapist’s activities are integrated into students’ daily classroom routines. The program incorporates assistive technology, multi-sensory instruction designed to foster participation, awareness, and self-determination. Environmental structure and positive behavioral supports are individualized for students to assist in processing and communicating

information. Students require structured teaching of social protocol. Academics are individualized and focus on maximizing students’ strengths. RELATED SERVICES: Students may have daily medical needs that require care by a classroom nurse. Direct speech therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy are provided per each student's IEP. Therapists provide staff consultation in order to embed therapeutic techniques into the daily classroom routine. Vision services are also available.

Calendar:

School Year – Number of Days 223 days Summer – Number of Days

School Year – Hours 6.5 Summer – Hours

Parent Support Program: Support programs including Home Based support Services, Friday Morning Clinical, individual clinical support meetings, consultation from a multidisciplinary team of providers including Nurse Leader, Psychiatrist, Clinical Psychologist, BCBA, Transition Specialists, Social Workers and Counselors . Several Parent Nights throughout the school year provide information and support for parents.

Program/School Name: Jordan Jackson School

Program Location(s): 265 East Street Mansfield, MA

Contact Person: Pamela Ludwig Contact Email: pludwig@bicounty.org

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Bi-County Collaborative

Learning Center

Primary Population/Disability: Emotional, Specific Learning

Communication, Health, Neurological

The Learning Center is a therapeutic educational program located in a public school setting. Students may present with emotional impairment and/ or specific learning disabilities. The Learning Center emphasizes a multi-disciplinary approach that provides clinical consultation, ongoing counseling, behavioral programming, and instruction in social pragmatics in conjunction with a focus on academic achievement. The program curriculum is aligned with the Massachusetts Common Core Standards with accommodations tailored on an individual basis to assist each student in accessing the curriculum. The goals of the program include

reintegration into the mainstream, a return to a community high school, diploma acquisition, and transition planning for entry into college or a post-secondary training program. Transitional planning and programming are individualized for each student to assist them in achieving their goals. This may include preparation for college based testing, work-based learning experiences, vocational exploration and soft skill job development,

preparation for learning permit testing, and life planning skills such as budgeting.

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Additional Program Information: Students may access opportunities for inclusion based on the recommendation of their IEP Team. Students in this program participate in direct and explicit social skills instruction and receive direct counseling services. Programming includes transition planning and assessment as well as planned learning experiences in community settings and vocational Learning opportunities.

Program/School Name: Learning Center Blackstone Millville Regional High School

Program Location(s): Blackstone Millville Regional High School 175 Lincoln Street Blackstone, MA

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Bi-County Collaborative

Life Roles Education Program

Primary Population/Disability: Autism, Communication, Intellectual, Neurological, Multiple Disabilities

Health, Physical, Sensory: Hearing, Sensory: Vision

The Life Roles Education Program (LREP) provides educational and therapeutic services to middle school students (ages 12-15) who may have intellectual and /or neurological impairments, multiple disabilities, and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder. LREP provides classroom instruction that is aligned with the MA DESE Common Core Standards at a level accessible to each student. In addition, programming also includes instruction in self-help as well as social and communication skills that will prepare students for their transition to high school. Therapy services are integrated into all classroom and community experiences. Students attending the 10-month program component have access to Extended School Year services as determined by their IEP Team. Students’ physical, communication and medical needs can also be addressed in the LREP Program. Multi-sensory

instruction, assistive technology, and total communication support are integral to each student’s program. Physical and Occupational Therapies are integrated into daily classroom routines to maximize therapeutic benefits. A multi-disciplinary approach is used to foster participation, awareness, and self-determination through all areas of need.

Calendar:

School Year – Number of Days 180 and 223 Summer – Number of Days 28 for 180 day program

Additional Program Information: Programming includes transition planning and assessment and planned learning experiences in community settings.

Program/School Name: Life Roles Education Program King Philip Middle School and Norton Middle School Program Location(s): King Philip Middle School 18 King Street Norfolk, MA; Norton Middle School 215

West Main Street Norton, MA

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Bi-County Collaborative

Life Roles Transition Center

Grades Served: Gr. 9-12+

Primary Population/Disability: Autism, Communication, Intellectual, Physical, Multiple Disabilities

Health, Neurological, Sensory: Hearing, Sensory: Vision, Specific Learning

The Life Roles Transition Center (LRTC) at provides individualized educational and community-based

programming aligned with the MA Common Core and the National Transition Standards. The program serves students 15– 22 years of age who have fulfilled their MCAS Alternate Assessment requirements and are working towards a certificate of completion. LRTC provides students with individualized educational, transitional, and therapeutic services that range from functional academics to community-based instruction, meaningful internships/work experiences, and learning skills related to independence in recreation/leisure activities. Instruction in activities of daily living, self-advocacy, employability skills, social skills, and pragmatic language are all part of LRTC’s commitment to support students as they develop competencies as they transition to adult life. Each student’s individualized activities and instruction is designed to maximize independence and enable students to become successful, valued, and productive adult members of society. Transition assessments identify and prioritize students’ interests, preferences, strengths, and needs. Data from formal and informal assessments is used to develop a comprehensive individualized action plan with post-secondary goals for education and adult living. Supervised school and community-based life experiences are an intricate part of a holistic approach to transitioning students from school-based educational experiences to community-based adult living experiences. LRTC offers 10-month programming with the option of Extended School Year Services and 12-month programming based on each student’s IEP.

Calendar:

School Year – Number of Days 180 and 223 Summer – Number of Days 28 for 180 day program

Therapeutic Services Available: Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Adaptive Physical Education (APE), Behavioral Consultation, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Counseling, Vision Services, Hearing Services

Parent Support Program: Support programs including Home Based support Services, Friday Morning Clinical, individual clinical support meetings, consultation from a multidisciplinary team of providers including Nurse Leader, Psychiatrist, Clinical Psychologist, BCBA, Transition Specialists, Social Workers and Counselors. Several Parent Nights throughout the school year to provide information and support for parents.

Additional Program Information: Programming includes transition planning and assessment as well as planned learning experiences in community settings, work experiences with job coaching.

Program/School Name: Life Roles Transition Center Public Day School at Kelley Boulevard Program Location(s): 555 Kelley Boulevard, North Attleboro, MA

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Bi-County Collaborative

Middle School Therapeutic Program

Primary Population/Disability: Emotional, Health

Communication, Neurological, Specific Learning

The Middle School Therapeutic Program (MTP) is designed to provide educational services to students in grades 4-8 who cannot be educated in a public school setting due to significant difficulties and challenges that may include behavioral disregulation and neurological and/or emotional impairment. The MTP staff participates in ongoing weekly clinical consultation with a child psychologist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst, as well as a child psychiatrist in order to develop individualized positive intervention plans for each student. A high staff to student ratio provides a safe, structured, predictable educational environment with outcomes that include students’ ability to generalize behavior in various environments, and improved self-confidence and coping skills. The program's experienced staff and standards-based curriculum can all lead to improved educational outcomes and transition to a less restrictive environment. Close communication with parents and other service providers, such as therapists and physicians, is an essential component of the program services and assists in the quality management of individual treatment plans. Parents may be asked to participate in clinical consultation meetings. Parents and districts can also request a meeting with the Program consultants. RELATED SERVICES: Students attending MTP may receive a variety of related services, including occupational therapy, speech & language therapy, physical therapy, as specified in their IEP. Students in the MTP program also have access to an onsite school adjustment counselor and school nurse.

Calendar:

Therapeutic Services Available: Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Adaptive Physical Education (APE), Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Counseling

Additional Program Information: Students in this program participate in direct and explicit social skills instruction. Programming includes planned learning experiences in community settings and filed trips.

Program/School Name: Middle School Therapeutic Program

Program Location(s): Finberg School 1125 South Main Street Attleboro, MA

Contact Person: Roberta Wuilleumier Contact Email: rwuilleumier@bicounty.org

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Bi-County Collaborative

Preschool Developmental Learning Program

Grades Served: Gr. Pre-K - 1

Communication, Intellectual, Neurological, Physical, Multiple Disabilities

Health, Sensory: Hearing, Sensory: Vision

The Preschool Developmental Learning Program serves students ages 3-5 with multiple physical, intellectual, neurological and communication impairments. Many of these students enter the program after participating in a home-based early intervention model. A comprehensive transitional plan between the early intervention team and the school-based team is developed to assure student success in the program. The team also makes it a priority to help parents understand the school-based model of instruction and the IEP process. Educational instruction is based on the Pre-Kindergarten Common Core standards with modifications for students to successfully participate in all curriculum areas. The program incorporates assistive technology using a multi-sensory model of instruction to foster participation, awareness, and self-determination. RELATED SERVICES: Students may have daily medical needs that require care by a classroom nurse. Direct speech therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy are provided per each student's IEP. Therapists also provide staff consultation in order to embed therapeutic techniques into the daily classroom routine. Vision services are also available as needed.

Calendar:

School Year – Number of Days 223 Summer – Number of Days

School Year – Hours 6.5 Summer – Hours

Parent Support Program: Bi-County offers many support programs including Home Based support Services, Friday Morning Clinical, individual clinical support meetings, consultation from a multidisciplinary team of providers including Nurse Leader, Psychiatrist, Clinical Psychologist, BCBA, Transition Specialists, Social Workers and Counselors. Bi-County offers several Parent Nights throughout the school year to provide information and support for parents.

Program/School Name: Jordan Jackson School

Program Location(s): 265 East Street Mansfield, MA

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Bi-County Collaborative

Secondary Therapeutic Alternative High School

Communication, Emotional, Specific Learning

Autism, Health, Intellectual, Neurological

The Secondary Therapeutic Alternative High School, (STAP) offers an alternative approved public day school program for students with neurological, social, communication and learning challenge in grades 9-12. STAP curriculum and instruction are personalized and modified to meet each student's individual needs. Small classes allow teachers to employ more interactive instructional strategies. Student interests and learning styles are considered in creating stimulating, rigorous, and engaging academic programming. Emphasis is placed on students developing self-management and organizational skills, self-advocacy skills, and relationship building skills. Courses meet credit requirements for graduation or for functional and transition skill requirements. The program is aligned with the MA Common Core. Involvement with colleges, social services, and community-based organizations are important programming components. Efforts are made to identify vocational interests and aptitudes for each student. Career awareness and transition planning are addressed. Additionally, it is a belief of this program that students become more connected and invested in their education when they are personally involved in goal setting and making choices within a therapeutic and supportive environment. Students are encouraged to participate in vocational experiences such as internships, job shadows and work experiences. Program goals include consistent attendance, successful completion of supported transition and vocational experiences, and coursework resulting in a high school diploma or certificate of high school completion, post-secondary education, and preparation for employment. Parents/guardians are considered partners in the educational process and supportive relationships are developed between student, staff and parents/guardians.

Calendar:

School Year – Hours 6 Summer – Hours 5

Parent Support Program: Support programs including Home Based support Services, Friday Morning Clinical, individual clinical support meetings, consultation from a multidisciplinary team of providers including Nurse Leader, Psychiatrist, Clinical Psychologist, BCBA, Transition Specialists, Social Workers and Counselors. Several Parent Nights throughout the school year to provide information and support for parents.

Additional Program Information: Students participate in direct and explicit social skills instruction and receive on site school adjustment counseling. Programming includes transition planning and assessment as well as planned learning experiences in community settings, career exploration, and work experiences.

Program/School Name: Secondary Therapeutic Alternative High School, Bi-County Campus School Program Location(s): Bi-County Collaborative Campus School 141 Mansion Drive Walpole, MA

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Bi-County Collaborative

Specialized Elementary Alternative Program

Grades Served: Gr. K-5

Primary Population/Disability: Autism, Communication, Neurological

Developmental Delay, Health, Intellectual

The Specialized Elementary Alternative Program (SEAP) provides comprehensive educational and therapeutic services for students in grades K-6 who may present with one or more of the following challenges: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Neurological, Intellectual and/or Communication Impairment which impacts learning socially and academically. Students receive individualized and small group teaching and staffing support to navigate their activities of daily living. Social and academic skills are taught using an Applied Behavioral Analysis approach as appropriate, including discrete trial instruction, natural learning environments, and small group instruction. The primary focus for students is to increase and maintain communication, social skills, and self-help skills. To accomplish this, programming incorporates assistive technology for communication and instruction. Inclusion opportunities within a public school setting to further develop social skills are also an integral part of this program. As students progress academic classes are introduced with the goal to return to classrooms and programs within each student’s home district.

Calendar:

School Year – Number of Days 180 and 223 Summer – Number of Days 28 for 180 days

School Year – Hours 6.5 Summer – Hours 5.0 for 180 days;

6.5 for 223 days

Additional Program Information: Students may access opportunities for inclusion based on recommendation of their IEP Team. Students in this program participate in direct and explicit social skills instruction. Programming includes planned learning experiences in community settings and summer recreational swimming.

Program/School Name: Anna Ware Jackson School and Beatrice H. Wood School in Plainville Program Location(s): Anna Ware Jackson School 68 Messenger Street Plainville, MA;

Beatrice H. Wood School 72 Messenger Street Plainville, MA

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Bi-County Collaborative

Therapeutic Education Program

Primary Population/Disability: Autism, Communication, Emotional, Specific Learning

Health, Neurological

The Therapeutic Education Program (TEP) serves middle school aged students who present with neurological, social, communication and learning challenges. The program provides a highly structured environment designed to assist students in learning academic content, perspective-taking skills, problem-solving skills, self-control, coping strategies, and acceptable social behaviors. Goals for students include the development of organizational skills, self-advocacy skills, confidence, and relationship building with peers and adults as well as preparation for success at the high school level. Throughout the program, emphasis is placed on students developing self-respect and becoming responsible learners who contribute to their class and school community in positive ways. Although the program provides specialized instructional approaches for academics, socialization, and behavior, the curriculum remains rigorous for each student. The program is aligned with the MA Common Core Standards. Modifications and accommodations are designed to match each individual student’s learning style and profile to ensure success accessing the curriculum. Depending on the level of skills development, students participate in the MCAS Assessment with or without accommodations, or the MCAS Alternate Assessment. The teaching team at TEP strives to develop close working relationships with their students and encourages team-building

activities. Since parents or guardians are considered partners in the educational process, trusting and supportive relationships are fostered between the student, school staff and parent/guardian. RELATED SERVICES: Speech and language, physical and occupational therapy and counseling are available as needed.

Calendar:

Therapeutic Services Available: Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Adaptive Physical Education (APE), Counseling

Additional Program Information: Students may access opportunities for inclusion based on the recommendation of their IEP Team. Students in this program participate in direct and explicit social skills instruction. Programming includes transition planning and assessment as well as planned learning experiences in community settings.

Program/School Name: Therapeutic Education Program, Ahern Middle School Program Location(s): Ahern Middle School, 111 Mechanic Street, Foxboro, MA

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Bi-County Collaborative

Therapeutic Elementary Alternative Program

Primary Population/Disability: Autism, Communication, Health

Developmental Delay, Emotional

The Therapeutic Elementary Alternative Programs (TEAP) provide comprehensive educational and therapeutic services for students in grades K-6 whose social, emotional and/or academic delays and challenges inhibit their success in the general educational setting. Students may present with difficulties in the areas of language development, cognition, sensory integration, and social/behavioral skills. TEAP is designed to incorporate learning that meets students’ individual needs, allowing them to see their true potential while having inclusion opportunities within a public school setting. A range of services including direct social skills instruction, speech and language services, and counseling are provided by a multi-disciplinary team in one setting so that optimal learning is possible. A small staff to student ratio allows for personalized and individualized teaching. The program emphasizes the use of assistive and instructional technology and multi-sensory instruction to foster active engagement in academic, social, and emotional learning. Students are supported through a variety of incentives and positive support plans, both individual and classroom based. Once students have demonstrated the ability to regulate behaviors within the smaller classroom setting, they may have the opportunity to mainstream into a general education classroom within the public school setting. RELATED SERVICES are provided based on each student’s IEP team’s recommendations. The goal of the TEAP program is to help students experience growth and success, improve their sense of self worth academically and socially, and eventually return to their home district.

Calendar:

Therapeutic Services Available: Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Adaptive Physical Education (APE), Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Counseling

Parent Support Program: Support programs include: Home Based support Services, Friday Morning Clinical, individual clinical support meetings, consultation from a multidisciplinary team of providers including Nurse Leader, Psychiatrist, Clinical Psychologist, BCBA, Transition Specialists, Social Workers and Counselors . Several Parent Nights throughout the school year to provide information and support for parents.

Additional Program Information: Students participate in direct and explicit social skills instruction. Programming includes learning experiences in community settings and field trips. There is recreational swimming in summer.

Program/School Name: Therapeutic Elementary Alternative Program

Program Location(s): Jackson School, 68 Messenger Street, Plainville, MA; Wood School, 72 Messenger Street, Plainville, MA; Martin School, 37 Landry School, North Attleboro, MA

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Bi-County Collaborative

Therapeutic High School

Primary Population/Disability: Emotional, Specific Learning

Autism, Communication, Health, Neurological

The Therapeutic High School program (THS) is designed to provide educational services to students in grades 9-12 who cannot be educated in a public school setting due to significant difficulties that may include behavioral disregulation, neurological and/or emotional impairment, learning difficulties and/or social challenges which interfere with their academic and social success. A high staff-to-student ratio provides a safe, structured, predictable environment. The curriculum focuses on project-based, differentiated learning that incorporates those skills necessary to successfully function independently in life. Positive behavioral supports are used with a focus on self-reflection and goal setting to help students develop self-esteem and to develop coping skills that can be carried over into real life situations. THS staff participate in ongoing weekly clinical consultation with a child psychologist, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, as well as a child psychiatrist in order to develop

individualized positive intervention plans for each student. Communication with parents and other service providers, such as therapists and physicians, is an essential component of the program services and assists in the quality management of individual treatment plans. Parents may be asked to participate in clinical consultation meetings. Outcomes of the THS program include transition to a less restrictive environment, improved use of coping skills, self-confidence, participation in community based activities, diploma or Certificate of Attendance. Students attending THS may receive a variety of related services as specified in their IEP. Students also have access to an onsite School Adjustment Counselor, school nurse and an array of transition services.

Calendar:

Therapeutic Services Available: Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Adaptive Physical Education (APE), Counseling

Parent Support Program: Many support programs are provided including Home Based support Services, Friday Morning Clinical, individual clinical support meetings, consultation from a multidisciplinary team of providers including Nurse Leader, Psychiatrist, Clinical Psychologist, BCBA, Transition Specialists, Social Workers and Counselors. Several Parent Nights throughout the school year provide information and support for parents.

Additional Program Information: On site school adjustment counseling is provided. Programming emphasizes transition planning and assessment as well as learning experiences in community settings. Some students participate in vocational learning at the MTTI Program in East Providence as recommended by their IEP teams. Students participate in direct and explicit social skills instruction. Students may participate in work experiences and/or internships.

Program/School Name: Therapeutic High School Finberg Public Day School

Program Location(s): Finberg Public Day School 1125 S. Main Street Attleboro, MA

Contact Person: Roberta Wuilleumier Contact Email: rwuilleumier@bicounty.org

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Cape Cod Collaborative

STAR Program-ASD

Autism, Communication, Developmental Delay, Intellectual, Neurological

Other Population Served: Program Description:

Our classrooms provide support to students who require intensive interventions and individualized programming in a small, highly supportive setting. Communication and behavioral support is an integral component of programming focused on addressing the function of a behavior and environmental

interpretations from the student's perspective. Specialized therapy supports (Speech, Occupational, or Physical Therapy), as well as assistive technology contribute to the program success. Therapists work in collaboration with staff to embed goals across a student’s day for improved independence. Small class size allows students to learn at their own rate, supported by a high staff-to-student ratio. Functional academics and vocational skills are modified aimed

at increasing attending, organization and independence. Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks serve as a foundation and all students required (by chronological grade level), participate in the MCAS or MCAS Alternate Assessment. Social skills are supported through direct lessons, facilitated reverse inclusion activities,

participation in school-based activities, community outings, and home/family support.

Calendar:

School Year – Hours 6 Summer – Hours 5

Therapeutic Services Available: Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Parent Support Program: Daily home/school communications. Educational and resource support; Monthly Parent Advisory Groups; Individualized supports as needed.

Additional Program Information: Collaboration with outside agencies and family supports as needed.

Program/School Name: STAR Program

Program Location(s): 418 Bumps River Road, Osterville MA

Contact Person: Anita Woods, M.Ed. Contact Email: a.woods@capecodcollaborative.org

Contact Phone: 508-420-6950, ext 15 Website: www.capecodcollaborative.org

Guide to Public Special Education Programs in Southeastern Massachusetts