Special Programs
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Therapeutic Horseback Riding
Stirrups 'n Strides Therapeutic Riding Center provides therapy to students at their 7-acre facility on the Hillcrest campus. Because horseback riding gently and rhythmically moves the student's body in a manner similar to a human gait, students with physical disabilities often show improvement in flexibility, balance, posture and muscle strength. It has also been proven to affect psychological, cognitive, behavioral and communication functions for students of all ages. The special relationship formed between horse and student often leads to increased confidence, patience, self-esteem, independence and acceptance. Visit Stirrups and Strides web site here.
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Speech Therapy
Individual and small group speech therapy sessions are provided for eligible students diagnosed as having speech disorders or delays in the development of language.
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Community Based Instruction
Community Based Instruction (CBI) activities are provided to selected students in order to use community resources for instructional purposes. Students travel into the community for direct instruction on how to navigate different areas in the community.
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Counseling
Small group, individual and large class counseling activities are provided to deal with specific problems, and to prevent the development of future behavior or attitude difficulties. The focus is upon proper emotional development and refinement of students toward more socially acceptable behaviors.
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Physical/Occupational Therapy
Provided for specific students who are identified by medical or special school personnel as requiring this service for optimum physical development. PT/OT Services are provided as a supportive program to enhance the student's participation and performance in the educational program. In addition to individual therapy sessions, some students are provided group sessions designed to enhance sensory-integration and sensory-motor functioning.
Special Programs
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SPECIAL PROGRAMS STAFF
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