A+

This program is designed to provide a balanced educational program for students K-12 in a highly structured environment. A+ classes are designed for students identified as having Autism or exhibiting neurodivergent characteristics. Students may also display social-emotional delays, academic skill deficits, sensory/processing needs and have expressive and receptive communication delays. 

1. Physical Structure: This involves organizing the physical environment to make it clear and predictable. Classrooms and workspaces are arranged to minimize distractions and help students understand where activities take place1.
2. Visual Schedules: Visual schedules provide students with a clear outline of their daily activities. These schedules help students anticipate what will happen next, reducing anxiety and promoting independence1.
3. Work Systems: These systems clarify what work needs to be done, how much work there is, and what to do when the work is completed. This helps students understand expectations and manage their tasks more effectively1.
4. Task Organization: Tasks are broken down into manageable steps and presented in a visually clear manner. This approach helps students focus on one step at a time and reduces the cognitive load1.
5. Visual Supports: Visual supports, such as pictures, symbols, and written words, are used to enhance communication and understanding. These supports cater to the visual learning strengths of many individuals with autism1.