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Our interdisciplinary teams create individualized programs for each student. Our innovative teaching and comprehensive curriculum foster personalized academic instruction and integrated clinical and behavioral support.
Our beautiful, 300-acre campus has innumerable activities for students and opportunities to explore new interests and develop friendships in a supportive setting.
Real-world skills: A variety of vocational and community-based learning opportunities allow students to develop and refine their skills and talents. Students gain autonomy, work ethic and social competence through sports, art, gardening and other campus activities.
Supported growth: Our full-time, licensed Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), completes comprehensive Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and develops Behavior Service Plans (BSP) based on collected data, observations and input from the interdisciplinary team. Teachers, classroom staff, residential staff and parents promote support strategies across all environments.
Complementary therapies: Students` therapy services are integrated into the classroom and throughout the Pathfinder experience. We provide services per each student`s Individualized Educational Program (IEP), including speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, behavior support, and psychology services.
Adapted communication: Students` individualized modes of communication are supported at Pathfinder School, including low tech and high tech communication devices. Our speech language pathologist, masters level teachers and support staff are trained in the use of Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) as well as other Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices and applications.
Movement and exercise: Students participate in gross motor activities and practice fundamental skills with our certified adaptive physical education (APE) instructor.
Healthcare: Residential students access on-site primary health care, medical specialists and psychiatry through long-standing affiliations with accredited and recognized regional medical providers, including Bassett HealthCare Network in Cooperstown, NY.
School Motto: ... that each life may find meaning.®
At Pathfinder School, we believe that individualized instruction
and a collaborative approach to learning can make every student
successful.
Program feature include:
An integrated community setting
Low student-to-staff ratio
Small class sizes
Flexible learning environment
Creating friendships is a priority at Pathfinder school. By
connecting with fellow students, staff, and others, students see
themselves as part of a larger community.
Students build confidence and a stronger sense of their individual
identity. Students' families participate in all decision making
about healthcare, service planning and anything else that impacts
their student's life at Pathfinder School.
Residential students stay in touch through regular visits, by
phone, email, Skype, letters and cards, trips home and family
vacations
What is the acceptance rate of Pathfinder Village School?
The acceptance rate of Pathfinder Village School is 75%, which is higher than the national average of 74%.
What sports does Pathfinder Village School offer?
Pathfinder Village School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Cycling, Dance, Freestyle Skiing, Indoor Soccer, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Swimming and Track and Field.
Grades: NS-12 | 204 students444.1 miles 1350 Alum Creek Dr Columbus, OH 43209 (614) 262-7520
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52/25/2017
I want to become a staff member at the Delaware house and that's my dream and I'm even more safer with Jared around at the Delaware house and I want to stay at otsesego academy in pathfinder village with Jared for years
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Theresa Martin Clark
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