Points of Pride
Ash Street Center's Points of Pride for 2024-25 School Year
Description:
Students are provided a strong academic program that is adapted to meet their individual learning needs. Lessons are differentiated and progress monitoring ensures students achieve meaningful academic growth.
Impact:
By receiving instruction tailored to their abilities, students experience increased engagement and academic success. Academic gains contribute directly to students’ confidence and their readiness for future educational and/or vocational placements.
Description:
Staff members receive ongoing professional development and specialized training to meet the diverse needs of students. This includes training in areas like behavior management, communication strategies and inclusive instructional practices. Staff also participates in celebrations for fellow staff members and school spirit days.
Impact:
Well-trained staff creates a supportive and structured environment where students feel safe and are better able to thrive. Continuous staff development ensures that instruction is research-based and individualized for every student’s success. Celebrating fellow staff and participating in spirit days helps build the school's morale/culture.
Description:
Students benefit from high-quality therapeutic services, including group, art, music, equine and canine-assisted (with Skillet) therapy. Therapies are integrated into the school day to maximize student growth in social-emotional functioning, communication and daily living skills.
Impact:
These therapies help students access their curriculum more effectively and improve their overall independence. As students make progress, some transition to less restrictive environments, showing real-world gains in their functional and academic abilities.
Description:
The school has implemented PBIS to encourage positive behavior and create a consistent, predictable environment. Students are recognized for demonstrating ready, respectful and responsible behaviors.
Impact:
PBIS promotes a positive school climate and reduces behavioral issues, making learning more accessible to all students. It reinforces desirable behaviors, helping students build solid social skills essential for future success.
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