Elementary Resource Program
The The Elementary Recource Program is located at the Butler School in Belmont. It serves elementary school age students whose academic accomplishments are maximized by using individualized, and multi-sensory teaching methods, with a strong focus on literacy, reading, writing, and math. This occurs in self-contained classrooms that also utilize social inclusion on a daily basis by experiencing some integration into the regular education environment. The program format includes speech/language, occupational and physical therapies.
Wellington Elementary School
The LABBB Program is located at the Wellington Elementary School in Belmont. The
program serves students who have autism spectrum disorders, moderate to profound
developmental disabilities, and students who exhibit challenging behaviors. The
program uses the principles of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) with a
particular emphasis on teaching verbal behavior. It also emphasizes intensive
and individualized instruction in small structured classes. Opportunities for
integration into elementary school classrooms are available based on the
student's individual social/emotional presentation. The program provides
speech/language, occupational and physical therapies and behavioral consultaion.
PREVENT: All staff in this program go through a 16 hour PREVENT course which is taught by a trained instructor.
The course focuses on teaching staff how to survey the physical environment, evade confrontations,
and utilize applied behavior analysis when dealing with potentially harmful and dangerous behaviors
that our students may exhibit. The main focuses of the course are antecedent strategies
(things that a staff can do before a behavior occurs to help the student be more successful),
evasive and disengagement techniques, staff communication, and utilizing the least restrictive
alternative.Staff are also taught how to appropriately utilize time-outs, escorts, and protective
holds for emergency situations as defined by the department of education. All staff must complete
the 16 hours and both written and physical tests before being certified as a PREVENT trained staff.
The Individual Development Education for All Learners (I.D.E.A.L.) is located at the Francis Wyman School in Burlington. It serves students from kindergarten through grade five. These students display various degrees of motor and language impairment including, but not limited to, cerebral palsy, visual impairments, seizure disorders, developmental delays and neurological impairments. I.D.E.A.L. provides speech/language, physical and occupational therapy. The program is staffed with a nurse to assist children who require medical attention.
Developmental K-1 ProgramThe Developmental K-1 Program is located at the Francis Wyman School in Burlington. It serves early elementary students who require more individualized instruction, structure and adult support, to transition into a general education classroom. The goal is to transition children into the general education class at their own pace, with support from the special education and general education teachers. The curriculum material, aligned with the general education classroom, is initially presented in small structured groups, therefore increasing opportunities to join the general education classes. Instruction is developed by using the child's strengths and learning style. Modifications are implemented and assessed for specific use in the general education setting. Students enjoy all aspects of elementary school life such as recess, assemblies, reading buddies and field trips. The K-1 program includes speech/language, occupational and physical therapies as well as behavioral consultation.
Primary Development Program
The Primary Development Program is located at the Memorial School in Burlington. It serves elementary students with autism spectrum disorders by using highly individualized instruction in small group and individual settings. The primary focus is to build communication, social and academic skills. The program uses the principles of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) in order to guide instruction, and incorporate sensory integration and visual supports into the classroom activities and lessons. Individualized integration opportunities are provided in general education classrooms and "specials." Students enjoy all aspects of elementary school life such as recess, assemblies, reading buddies and field trips. The program also includes speech/language, occupational and physical therapies as well as behavioral consulation and parent training.