The Alternative Education Programs are designed to provide a highly structured academic setting for students experiencing  serious difficulties within their local schools.  The programs accepts students ages 10-12 and 13-16 for an initial 45- day placement. Long term placement program is available for students ages 13-16.  Diagnostic assessment of the students’ functional behavior patterns and learning styles and preferences are collected to assist in placement decisions beyond the initial period.  Every effort is made to identify in-district resources and services that can meet the students learning needs.

I.  Adolescent Diagnostic Program:
Projected Enrollment: 12-15 students
Ages:  13-17
This program is utilized as; (1) an interim placement for serious discipline and behavioral problems that could result in a students’ expulsion, (2) students undergoing eligibility determinations for special education services, and (3) for Functional Behavior Assessments completed by the Clinical Team.

II.  Adolescent Treatment Program
Projected Enrollment: 12 – 15 students
Ages: 13 –17
This program services students requiring a long term (one year or more), highly   structured behavior program for academic and social skill development.  Students are serviced according to IEP recommendations and prepared for transitions into less restrictive settings as recommended by the TEAM.

III. Adolescent Occupational Training and Treatment Program
Projected Enrollment: 10 - 12 students
Ages: 16 and above
The program prepares students to meet MCAS requirements, meet sending school credit requirements, explore occupational options and opportunities for employment and/or further education beyond high school.

IV.  Combined Latency Diagnostic and Treatment Program:
Projected Enrollment: 10 – 12
Ages: 10 - 12
This program will service a younger population and combine the services of the Diagnostic and Treatment components of the Adolescent Program(s).  The program provides diagnostic information and treatment services that prepare students for reintegration into less restrictive settings.  Academic and behavior expectations are age appropriate to this population.

To read the Alternative Education Program Bullying Intervention and Prevention Plan, please click here.