School
Action Based Enterprises and Hillside Alternative Program are RIDE accredited programs for students with learning and behavioral challenges. Students ages 5 to 21 are given the opportunity to succeed in a safe and supportive environment.
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Action
Students are referred to Action Based Enterprises by local school departments. These students have Individual Educational Plans (IEP) that reflect an Out of District Day Program. Each IEP is jointly reviewed by ABE Staff, parents and representatives of the referring school department. If agreement for placement is secured, goals are reviewed and revised to proceed with enrollment.
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Instruction
Our educational program is driven by IEP goals, state standards and school curriculum. Academic learning consists of traditional educational subjects. Unique to the program, are a comprehensive behavioral support system, and research -driven best educational practices, e.g. demonstration learning.
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Outcome
When students exit Action Based Enterprises they will have learned a way of thinking and behaving that engenders:
• Enhanced academic skills
• Improvements in social and behavioral skills.
• The capacity to use modern day technology.
• A basis for future occupational and vocational decision making
