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Providing
for the academic needs of each individual child is of paramount
importance at Providence Hebrew Day School. In order to meet that
objective, the school has adopted an “inclusion” model and philosophy
of special education. Indeed, the Special Education Program is closely
aligned with all of the school’s other academic programs.
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Under
the direction of the administration, the department includes Special
Education Resource Specialists, Inclusion Specialists, and a Speech
teacher all conducting individualized classes to meet children’s needs
in both Torah and General Studies.
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When a child appears to be having difficulty completing assignments or achieving
at least average academic success, a referral is made to the Special Education
Resource Specialist. After engaging the child in a complete educational
evaluation, the administrative and resource team meets with the parents and the
appropriate teachers to share information and data from the evaluation. A plan
of action is then formulated to give the child the support necessary for
success.
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A
multitude of programs are used in the Resource Rooms to achieve
teaching goals and, while varied, positive motivation is a key element
of each. Most importantly, pupils are given the opportunity to feel
successful, an experience that transfers to their activities and
learning in the regular classes.
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In
addition to the above, Providence Public Schools provide remediation
opportunities utilizing the most modern research and materials to
qualifying students.
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Inclusion Specialist service the upper grades and help modify the
rigorous Providence Hebrew Day School academic program so that students
involved in the Inclusion program can achieve success in a consistently
positive atmosphere. Assignment and tests are modified when necessary.
Learning strategies are always varied and individualized, and study
skills are reinforced. Reading comprehension skills, word processing
skills, and project planning are also essential components that are
given high priority.
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At the end of each academic year the administrative team, resource and
inclusion specialist and teachers all review each student’s status
(both in and out of the Special Education Program). They meet to make
sure that no academic or social issues have been neglected during the
year as well as to formulate plans for the following academic year.
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Tremendous effort is made ensure that every student’s needs are being
met and that all Providence Hebrew Day School students are able to
reach their maximum potential with success and confidence.
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