Programs
The RSEC Academy
Middle School and High School
Established: 1996 | Grades 5-8 (Middle School), Grades 9-12 (High School)
The RSEC Academy provides a Middle and Senior High program, and is approved by the NH Department of Education as a Non-Public School, and for special education (SLD, Autism, ED, OHI, SLI, Deafness, Hearing Impairment), and the granting of diplomas.
The RSEC Academy was developed in response to a growing community need recognized by local school districts for students identified with specific language based learning disabilities. The mission of The Academy is to provide students with skills and strategies that will allow them to transition successfully back to their sending school, on to further education, or to the community work force. Although of average or above average intellectual ability, students referred to The Academy require significant language support services and small class size in order to meet academic success due to the severity of their disability. If required, Speech Language and Occupational Therapy services are available. By providing a locally based alternative, students are able to participate in vocational classes in area technical schools, extra-curricular activities with their peers, access local support services, and remain with their families within the community. The Academy offers a Middle School and diploma granting High School program. Experiential, as well as adventure activities, are a component of the curriculum. Staff hold NH Department of Education teaching certifications, have received specialized training for their participation and leadership in the experiential and adventure activities and PBIS. The RSEC Academy offers a summer program for current and prospective students as well as other students deemed appropriate for the services.
The Summit School
Established: 1988 | Grades 9-12
The Summit School provides a High School program and is approved by the NH Department of Education as a Non-Public School, and for special education (ED, SLD, OHI), and the granting of diplomas.
The Summit School is a private special education high school that provides services for students with emotional and behavioral educational disabilities from approximately twenty-five different school districts. The school offers a standard high school curriculum with the therapeutic component of Adventure Based Counseling that fosters cooperation, builds self-esteem, and instills trust among students and staff. The hands-on approach, based on real-life experiences, helps develop skills necessary for young men and women to succeed as adults. Students are placed at the Summit School by their school districts. Limited enrollment allows for small classes and individual attention. Staff hold NH Department of Education teaching certifications, and have received specialized training for their participation and leadership in the Adventure Based Counseling (ABC) component of the program. The ABC program consists of off-site activities approximately once per week, and three-day expeditions approximately two to three times per year. The Summit School offers a summer program for current and prospective students as well as other students deemed appropriate for the services.
Longview School
Established: 2000 | Grades 9-12
Longview School provides a High School program and is approved by the NH Department of Education as a Non-Public School, and for special education (ED, SLD, OHI), and the granting of diplomas.
The Longview School opened in September 2000 to meet the increasing programmatic needs for students with emotional and behavioral disabilities in the southern NH region. Students take part in a variety of project-based, hands-on experiences that incorporate adventure, arts, and self-discovery. The therapeutic program requires students to challenge themselves mentally, physically, and emotionally. The program facility is a new log structure located on the highest peak of a 154-acre campus bordering Pawtuckaway State Park. The wilderness setting is ideal for academic studies, inspiration for the art program, and Adventure Based Counseling activities. Students are placed at Longview by their local school districts and the program allows for small classes and individual attention. Future plans include nature trails, an environmental center, and a ropes course as curriculum enrichment components, as well as providing opportunities for school and community partnership. Limited enrollment allows for small classes and individual attention. Staff hold NH Department of Education teaching certifications, and have received specialized training for their participation and leadership in the Adventure Based Counseling (ABC) component of the program. The ABC program consists of off-site activities approximately once per week, and three-day expeditions approximately two to three times per year. Longview School offers a summer program for current and prospective students as well as other students deemed appropriate for the services.
Sunrise Children’s Center
Established: September 1988 | Ages 12 months to 6 years. Before and After School Program through Grade 4
Sunrise is licensed by the NH Department of Education as an approved special education program (all disabilities) and by the NH Bureau of Childcare Licensing.
Sunrise is an inclusionary early childhood educational center. There are approximately 125 students with 10% of childern identified with special needs. Children are placed at Sunrise by their parents and by local school districts. The U.S. Department of Education has nationally recognized Sunrise as a model inclusionary program, and the Milford Area Business and Professional Women’s Club honored Sunrise as “Business of the Year” in 1998.
Sunrise provides programs for children ages 12 months to age 6, both full-day and half-day programs, a before and after-school program for children through grade 4, as well as a summer program for all children. Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Early Behavioral Supports, and other specialized services as needed are provided for children with disabilities.
Sunrise Early Intervention Program
Established: 1994 | Ages birth to 3 years
Sunrise Early Intervention is an approved service provider for Early Supports and Services through Gateways Community Services.
Sunrise Early Intervention provides families and their children with supports and services to enhance their lives. In-home and out-of-home services and activities are provided within a natural environment for children birth to age three. The services are designed to support the entire family based on the child and family’s needs. By working closely with parents, the Sunrise Early Intervention Team offers an array of services including: service coordination, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, early behavioral supports, specialized instruction, home visitors, social work, cranial sacral therapy, evaluation/assessment, family support, parenting education, along with specialized services for children diagnosed with autism.
Child Check
Established: 1989 | Ages 6 months to 6 years
Federally mandated Child Find activity
Milford, Wilton, and Lyndeborough contract with RSEC to provide the federally mandated Child Find activities through the Child Check program. Half-day screenings are offered each year where parents can have their children screened to determine the potential existence of an educational disability. Children are screened in the areas of motor development, cognitive development, speech and language, vision, and hearing. Results are shared with parents and school districts. If a child is under age 3, RSEC works with the parents to screen any concerns and help them make the appropriate referrals when necessary.
Psychological and Educational Evaluation Services
Established: 1974
Supervision of School District Staff
Counseling Services
Evaluators: John O. Willis, S.A.I.F.
These services are offered to school districts and families along with Therapy services such as Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and direct services such as Reading Tutorial.
Workshops and Consultation
RSEC offers a variety of consultation services, training workshops, and conferences in addition to the above programs and services.