The Children's Institute
Spectrum360 (formerly The Children's Institute) started as an orphanage and shelter in Newark, New Jersey in 1883. Since 1999, it moved from Livingston into its current facilities in Verona, which were donated to the school by the pharmaceutical company Hoffmann-LaRoche.
| Spectrum360 (formerly The Children's Institute) | |
|---|---|
| Address | |
One Sunset Avenue , 07044 | |
| Information | |
| Type | Private Coeducational |
| Motto | "Options Across a Lifetime" |
| Established | 1883 |
| Principal | Gina Catania |
| Headmaster | Bruce Ettinger |
| Faculty | 61 |
| Grades | Pre-K-12 |
| Enrollment | 160 |
| Student to teacher ratio | Preschool 1:1 elementary 2:1 |
| Color(s) | Blue , White |
| Nickname | Cougars |
| Accreditation | National Association of Private Special Education Centers (NAPSEC) |
| Website | spectrum360.org |
On March 10, 2011 Buddy "Cake Boss" Valastro visited The Children's Institute.[1]
On May 31, 2012 the First Lady of New Jersey, Mary Pat Christie, visited The Children's Institute.[2][3]
About Spectrum360
For more than 50 years, Spectrum360 has been developing the academic, social, behavioral, communication, life and career skills of children, adolescents and young adults with autism and related disabilities. They use an array of evidence-based strategies including Applied Behavioral Analysis, Differentiated Instruction and Universal Design.
Spectrum360 students have the same learning activities and experiences that are provided to students in their local schools, with all of the 21st century technology, supports and accommodations they need to succeed.
Spectrum360 curriculum is designed to teach “the whole child”, so that students can discover and develop their own unique talents and abilities. Spectrum360 offers opportunities for integration into community activities and interaction with typical peers. They promote self-determination in each student so that they can become independent and productive members of the community.
Spectrum360 is a state-approved private school for students with autism and related disabilities. As such, tuition is paid by local school districts, and at no cost to families.
References
- http://verona.patch.com/articles/childrens-institute-enlists-cake-boss-to-help-raise-dough
- http://westorange.patch.com/articles/first-lady-mary-pat-christie-stops-by-the-childrens-institute-in-verona
- http://www.northjersey.com/news/155964195_Governor_s_wife_visits_special_needs_school_in_Verona.html