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Alternatives For Children
Alternatives
For Children at Aquebogue is an example of an integrated nursery
program. In this model typical children as well as some children
with special needs are educated side-by-side using a curriculum
specifically developed to enhance all children's development in
cognition, communication, social and physical development. Each
classroom has a dual certified early childhood/special education teacher
and two classroom assistants or aides. The class is comprised of
15 students some with special needs and some typically developing.
The program runs from September to June with a six week summer session
available. There is an outdoor play area and a school nurse
available for any medical needs that might arise. Weekly classes
are offered to all students in music and dance-movement and each
classroom is equipped with a computer. The curriculum follows best
practices in early childhood education and offers the children a
developmentally appropriate environment where they can enhance and
develop their skills in all areas. Currently,
Alternatives For Children offers 2.5-hour classes with AM and PM
sessions available. The AM session begins at 9:00am and the PM
session begins at 12:30pm. Children are provided with a healthy
snack in each session at no cost. The Aquebogue site is located at |
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