The Children’s Webb is a therapeutic, educational/recreational,
four week summer program for children 5-14. It is
operated by the Webb Schools: state accredited, special education facilities
located in Hartford and Cheshire, Connecticut. The staff includes: special
education teachers and administrators, licensed clinicians, and Bachelor’s
level counselors who have extensive experience with special needs
children. Click here for a brochure
and pre-registration form.
Program Dates:
July 7, 2008 - August 1, 2008
Program Hours:
Monday through Friday
8:30 AM to 2:00 PM
Locations:
The IOL, 200 Retreat Avenue, Hartford
Hartford Program Coordinator: (860) 545-7761
and
The Webb School at Cheshire, 725 Jarvis Street, Cheshire
Cheshire Program Coordinator: (203) 272-8395 ext. 102
The
program, aimed at providing the students with a happy, safe, and productive
summer includes:
Academic Program –Students
spend two hours a day on academic work. At the conclusion of the program, a
progress report is completed and forwarded to parents and the school district.
Socialization/Behavior Program –Social and
behavioral skill development are a prime focus of the program. The 3 to 1 staff
ratio allows for students to learn how to successfully interact with peers and
adults.
Enrichment –Children participate in
art, music, science, sports, and social studies activities. Field trips are a
regular part of the program experience.
Therapeutic –
A mental
health clinician is available to provide consultation to the program and to
students’ families. Students participate in weekly social and life skills
groups. If requested, a progress summary is sent to treating clinicians. A full
time nurse can administer medication and/or provide medical service.
Swimming and Outdoor Play –Children participate in
frequent swimming opportunities. Sports, games, and instruction take advantage of
the outdoors.
For information please call: Hartford (860) 545-7238, Cheshire
(203) 272-8395
STAIR
(Successful Teens Accepting Individual Responsibilities)-
The STAIR program provides high school students with a four week
opportunity to prepare for real life experiences. This quality program focuses
on practical education, and life, social and prevocational skills. Students may
qualify for educational or community service credit. Click here for a
brochure and pre-registration form.
Program Dates:
July 7, 2008 - August 1, 2008
Program Hours:
Monday through Friday
8:30 AM to 2:00 PM
Locations:
The Grace S. Webb High School
The IOL, 200 Retreat Avenue, Hartford
Program Coordinator: (860) 545-7761
Some examples of the activities include:
Budgeting and banking
Meal planning and cooking
Service projects and volunteer work
Consumer education
Healthy living, exercise, and leisure activities
For information please call: Hartford (860) 545-7238
Use of the
information and materials on this server is subject to the terms and
conditions contained in the
Terms of Use and Privacy Statement.
By using this web site, you agree to these terms and conditions. Materials
on this web site are for informational purposes and are not a substitute for
consulting your personal physician.
