Autism Programming
Our Academic Programs
All Solterra Academy classes foster the overall development of the student in a structured, supportive learning environment. Each student’s program is highly individualized according to the student’s profile of strengths and areas of need.
Autism Programming
▧ Comprehensive curriculum, aligned to Common Core State Standards, with differentiated instruction to meet the needs of students across the spectrum
▧ Highly structured environment to support students in developing independent organizational and planning skills
▧ Focus on assisting students in developing a tolerance for change and coping with transitions
▧ Integrated use of technology within the curriculum, including SMART Boards and Apple iPads
▧ Team building activities and social skills development integrated throughout the day
Therapeutic Services
▧ Individual therapy for students, as well as family support, by licensed clinicians
▧ Classroom-based groups to emphasize social skills, anger control, assertiveness, conflict resolution, empathy development, self-esteem and relaxation training
▧ Classroom-based groups to address social language/pragmatics and sensory needs; sensory diets as applicable
▧ On-site psychiatric services for evaluation and medication monitoring
▧ Family outreach and parent training
▧ After-hours crisis service
▧ Individualized behavior plans developed by licensed clinicians in consultation with certified school staff
▧ Occupational, physical and speech/language therapies as determined at PPT
Other Services & Features
▧ 40-Day diagnostic programming (S.T.R.I.D.E.)
▧ School consultation and community training
▧ Individualized transition planning
▧ Comprehensive assessment provided as requested
▧ On-site medical laboratory services