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The
Life Experience Program at Strawberry Fields is for students between
15 and 21 years of age who require a supportive, individualized, small
group setting. This program provides a unique transitional placement
from inpatient or day program settings to a less restrictive environment.
Students benefiting from this program might have epilepsy, secondary
emotional, eating disorders and/or educational challenges such as:
ADD, depression, learning disabilities, or other issues affecting
self esteem and success in traditional school settings. Our goal is
to instill in students a greater sense of self-respect and confidence
while helping them complete the requirements for their high school
diploma or reentry into their community. Students explore their strengths
and develop compassion for themselves and others within a stable,
accepting, yet challenging atmosphere.
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Program offers:
- A nurturing
and supportive environment in which students may discover hidden
strengths and talents.
- Individualized educational plans with input of family and
caregivers.
- Support
for those making the transition from inpatient or day programs
back into their communities.
- Opportunities
to build compassion and empowerment through service to others.
- A staff
experienced in boosting the adolescent's confidence and self-esteem.
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Academic
Program
Program
areas can include:
*Reading * Language Arts *Math *Science *Geography
*Art
*Social Studies *Computer
literacy
*Vocational Education
*Fitness
*Culinary Arts/Nutrition
*Dance/Movement *Gardening *Animal Care *Interfaith Appreciation
*Peace Studies with College Credit
Tuition
is established annually by the Executive Office for Administration
and Finance in cooperation with the Department of Education, Division
of Special Education and is funded by referring school systems.
Local special education liaisons must be involved to assure Chapter
766 funding.
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The Peace Abbey at
Strawberry Fields
Two North Main Street, Sherborn, Massachusetts 01770
Phone : (508) 650-3659 Fax : (508) 655-5031 E-mail
us!
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