JEWELS Inclusive School
Our child-centered program nurtures each child by offering focused, meaningful instruction that is developmentally appropriate. Attention is given to the physical, emotional, and intellectual development of all children. The classroom utilizes a multi-sensory approach to learning, incorporating sensory activities daily. Each preschool classroom uses an age appropriate MSDE approved curriculum, developed with the whole child in mind. We adapt and modify curricula to individual needs, in accordance with core standards.
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With the aid of experienced teachers and the availability of on-site pediatric therapists, the children are motivated and challenged to fulfill their full potential.
Inclusive 2-year-olds
Class Size: 10 Students
Teacher-to-Student Ratio: 1:3
Educational Program: Creative Curriculum
These classes use a play learning approach, which includes multiple learning centers to foster the development of cognitive, language, social, and motor skills. The activities are built around the toddlers' limitless curiosity. Through play and song, and multi-sensory experiences, this class learns and explores together in a warm and fun environment.
Inclusive 3-year-olds
Class Size: 10 Students
Teacher-to-Student Ratio: 1:3
Educational Program: Investigator Club and Heggerty
These classes focus on fostering independence, curiosity, and a love for learning through a diversified curricula and exciting, novel approaches to instruction. Creativity is encouraged and celebrated with music, art, and sensory materials. Special educators provide the children with opportunities for both shared and independent learning experiences. As these young children are blossoming in their academic achievements, great emphasis is placed on social and personal development, creating foundations for the future.
Class Size: 4-6 Students
Teacher-to-Student Ratio: 1:3
Educational Program: Investigator Club, Heggerty, Fundations, Stern Math, My Math, and Yesodos Kriah Program
This class introduces pre-reading, writing, and math skills. Zones of Regulation and Social Thinking educational programs are taught through group play activities in order to increase students' awareness of their emotions and how their actions impact others. Teachers adapt and break down academic tasks and provide individual attention suited to each child's unique needs. This classroom’s blend of learning and fun is designed to make our children into lifelong learners.
Class Size: 4-6 Students
Teacher-to-Student Ratio: 1:3
Educational Program: Fundations, Heggerty, Stern Math, My Math, Whole Child Reading, Words Their Way, Yesodos Kriah Program, and Core Knowledge
Our classes consist of children with developmental disabilities. Experienced and highly trained special educators focus on customizing a multi- sensory approach to education. Academic skills include: pre-reading/reading, writing, and math skills with many opportunities for one on one learning. The Zones of Regulation and Social Thinking programs are taught to increase social and emotional awareness and competency to succeed in school, home and in the community. The highly personalized nature of this class paves the way for future success.
Integrated Elementary School
Class Size: 4-6 Students
Teacher-to-Student Ratio: 1:3
Educational Program: Fundations, Heggerty, Whole Child Reading, Yesodos Kriah Program, My Math, Stern Math, Words Their Way, and Core Knowledge
The Satellite students have all the benefits of a JEWELS education and therapy in a large day school setting. This enables students to learn at their own pace and enjoy many high-quality integration opportunities.