Center School TLC

Therapeutic Learning Center

Program Description

The Therapeutic Learning Center (TLC) at Center Elementary School is an academic and therapeutic program for students who have difficulty with social problem solving, inadequate conflict resolution skills, ongoing inability to maintain safety with self/others, and/or are behaviorally or emotionally dysregulated and have significant difficulty accessing the general education classroom.

The TLC provides a highly structured therapeutic setting that provides clear and consistent expectations and routines. Students in the program participate in Positive Behavioral Intervention Plans (PBIP) that are individually designed and supported by a program Psychologist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). To support the growth of social skills and emotional functioning, evidence-based practices and interventions (e.g. cognitive behavior therapy, self-monitoring, coping skills, social skills instruction) are explicitly taught, modeled, practiced, and incorporated into the daily routines. There are also built-in opportunities for social engagement and to practice skills with staff support and facilitation.

The TLC program provides students with opportunities for inclusion. Each student’s participation in general education classes is determined by the student’s team and is monitored by ongoing data collection. Student progress is monitored carefully to ensure successful experiences in general education classes. Staff from the program accompany each student in the general education settings to provide consistent, proactive support as needed.

  • Ages Served: 7-10
  • Grades Served: Grades 2-4
  • Population/Disability: Communication, Developmental Delay, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Emotional, Intellectual, Neurological

Calendar

  • School Year: 180 days, 6.5 hours per day
  • Extended School Year: Programming, days, and hours vary by student and are scheduled as documented by each student’s Individualized Education Plan

Service Providers

Special Education Teacher, Adjustment Counselor, School Psychologist, ABA Tutors, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Contact Person

Stacy Linnehan, Special Education Administrator
Email: slinnehan@hanoverschools.org
Phone Number: 781-826-2631, ext. 5305 
Address: 65 Silver Street, Hanover, MA 02339