Pathways Strategic Teaching Center is a comprehensiveeducationand treatment program in Rhode Island, which serviceschildren withautism and other developmental disorders.
The strategies are based on the principles of behavioranalysisand provides scientifically validated,evidenced-based,individualized treatment to individuals andfamilies across school,home and community.
Pathways also provides consultation and training servicestocommunities within the Southern New England Region.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 89 students
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
ASD, Developmental Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, Social/Emotional and Behavioral, Speech and Language Impairment, Traumatic Brain Injury and other Health-Related Impairments
Year Founded
1998
Student Body
Total Students
89 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Pathways education and treatment strategies are based ontheprinciples of Applied Behavior Analysis, an organizedandsystematic approach that has been demonstrated effectiveinbuilding skills as well as assessing and treating problembehavior.Individually tailored curricula address speech andlanguage,pre-academic and academic skills, daily living andself-careskills, play and social skills, and assessment andtreatment ofchallenging behavior. A one-to-one ratio of teachers tostudents istypically utilized, although small and large groupactivities maybe provided for students who achieve the skills tolearn in suchsettings. A comprehensive system of student evaluationallows fordaily refinement of student lessons.Pathways teachingstaff receiveregular supervision and training from Master's andDoctoral levelbehavior analysts to ensure teaching and treatmentintegrity.Pathways also provides regular consultation to parentsand localeducational agencies to assist in generalizing progresstoenvironments beyond the classroom.
Source: Verified school update
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When is the application deadline for Pathways Strategic Teaching Center?
The application deadline for Pathways Strategic Teaching Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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