Special Needs Program
Special Education in Providence treatment Center

Athletics Program
Increasing Engagement and Independence through Visual Support
To increase engagement and independence, visual support is included in classroom activities. As well as developing communication and language skills, students will gain knowledge about academics, sensory integration, social skills, and adjusting to life in the community. The student has time to process the end of one activity and prepare for the next during a meaningful transition between activities.
Following the specifications within the IEP, our Pathway students receive a highly structured curriculum that emphasizes their skills. This is delivered through inclusion classroom sessions utilizing a co-teaching approach with the Special Needs Facilitator, and the classroom teacher offering individual, group, and hands-on learning.
Our Pathway students are provided with a highly structured, individualized curriculum that is focused on skills and is provided following the specifications within the IEP. This is delivered through private teaching sessions with the Special Needs Facilitator, offering predictable and meaningful routines. When a student has developed an understanding of an approach, they are encouraged to demonstrate this in their independent work, further practicing and familiarizing themselves with the concept.
In-House EC Department
We provide a wide variety of empirically-supported interventions to help students with learning deficits. Our interventions are based on the latest research and are designed to help students overcome their challenges and succeed in school. We offer a variety of services, including individualized instruction, small-group instruction, and intensive interventions for students who need extra support. We also offer a variety of resources for parents and caregivers, so they can support their child’s learning at home. Our goal is to help all students reach their full potential.
Having our own EC department also enables VQA to:
- Take a greater role in the Child Find process. This will enable us to identify all students in our school whose parents wish them to qualify for ESA+ and EC services.
- Lead all LEA-related activities involving the EC.
- Reduce the student-to-teacher ratio with additional EC staff