Heartspring School Outcomes

Heartspring School

Outcomes 2008 Year in Review 2007 Year in Review

As a short term placement, Hunter is going to school and living on the Heartspring campus for 45 days. During the first 2 weeks of observation and assessment, his Heartspring team, consisting of a special education teacher, psychologist, home coordinator, speech-language pathologist and occupational therapist, collaborated closely with Hunter’s family and school district to focus on the skills and behaviors they felt were most important for Hunter’s growth. Some of Hunter’s main goals focus on areas such as academics, communication and self care. As a team, Heartspring staff created programs and procedures to help Hunter become more independent. In addition, the team trained all staff working with Hunter to increase his success in school, at home and in the community. By training the staff that work with Hunter all in environments, he is more likely to continue to progress because of his experiences at Heartspring. “We are very excited about Hunter’s progress in the short time he has been here,” said Kim Thomas, Heartspring teacher.

When Hunter transitions back to his home school district, members from his Heartspring team will coordinate and train his school district team and family on the programs and procedures that were used during his time at Heartspring. As with all students who transition from Heartspring, Hunter’s team will be available to answer questions and help Hunter’s family and school district as needed to support a smooth transition and successful future. “We are confident that by working with his local school district and staff that his progress will continue,” said Thomas.

Content published September, 2007.

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