YOUNG ADULTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS TRACK

New Directions was originally created to help young adults with special needs transition into independence. With the proper and appropriate clinical support, unique programming, guidance, family atmosphere, and strong academic and vocational programing, we are confident that our young adults with learning challenges can overcome their obstacles and achieve their goals. New Directions is a state of the art multi-disciplinary clinical program that integrates expertise in cognitive behavioral therapy, developmental theory, and neuropsychology, into an evidenced-based treatment approach that is both empathic and based on the current scientific literature.

New Directions specializes in serving students with:

• Anxiety and/or Depression
• ASD
• Executive functioning deficits
• Learning Challenges
• Social Skill difficulties/deficits

The Midland School Mission

The Midland School is a comprehensive special education program dedicated to the academic, social, emotional, and career education needs of children with developmental disabilities. Its mission is to provide quality programs that enable its students to reach their highest level of achievement and independence allowing them to become contributing members of their communities.

Why Choose Midland?

• • A culture of high expectations.
  • Staff recognize each student’s unique talents and strengths, and unique challenges.
  • Staff is trained specifically to educate children with disabilities. We are accountable for your child’s progress.
  • Facilities, programs and activities are fully accessible and designed to optimize your child’s learning.
  • Students feel safe and valued by their peers and teachers.
  • Parent participation is valued and encouraged and is recognized as an integral part of your child’s growth and achievement.
  • New Jersey Student Learning Standards are the same as those required in public school.
  • Students with disabilities are fully included in all aspects of school life.
  • A comprehensive career education program and school-to-work transition program prepares each student for adult life.
  • Midland graduates are afforded the opportunity to continue in Midland’s adult programs and participate in the Alumni Association’s extensive social and recreational outings and events.

Midland’s academic programs are developed for the individual student. While each student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) is the foundation of his or her academic program, it’s the use of integrated and multi-sensory teaching methods that make the curriculum work so well. Instruction is implemented in one-to-one and small group settings. Classrooms and programs are dynamic—changing as necessary to meet each student’s needs and consider their learning styles and developmental levels. Teachers and supervisory personnel, in consultation with the local district child study team and parents, select the best techniques to use with each student.

To View Sample Classroom Schedules Click Here: Sample Schedules

Social Studies and Science units are studied school wide and change three times per school year. Many reading, language arts, and math lessons are planned to coordinate with these themes. In addition reading, language arts, and math skills are woven through every other curricular area, including independent living, music, art, shop, physical education, science, social studies, speech, and program center (library and computers). This interrelationship of curricular areas provides multiple opportunities to practice skills in a familiar context.

The Midland School’s Preschool (Midland Tots) is part of The Midland School’s Department of Education approved private special education program. The Midland School celebrates nearly 60 years of experience serving children and adolescents with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Specially crafted for children ages 3 and 4, Midland Tots is designed to meet the needs of early learners during this critical stage in their cognitive, social, and emotional development. Our program provides individualized instruction and tailored therapies based on each student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP).