Program+Overview

 The Structured Teaching Program (STEP) is a 6th, 7th, and 8th grade program that provides a highly structured environment that promotes independence in academic and social functioning. Students receive specialized instruction in academics, social skills, social pragmatic language, application of concepts, coping skills, life skills, and organization/executive functioning skills. Students have the flexibility to follow an individualized schedule to best address their areas of need. Students are taught skills within the special education classroom and then skills are practiced in the general education environment and community. 
 * __Program Overview:__ **
 * __The STEP program is designed to support students who:__ **
 * Have academic skills significantly below grade level
 * Need strategies for interacting with age appropriate peers
 * Tend to exhibit ritual behavior and routines
 * Benefit from visual schedules, directions and cues
 * Need instruction in social pragmatic communication skills
 * Require curriculum that addresses application of social skills to ensure independence in the school and community