“Within these walls, my son’s potential seems limitless.  You’ve created a world in which he can be successful.”  -Autism Program Parent

Mission

Our mission is to provide individuals with autism and their families improved quality of life by helping each student achieve his or her full potential.  We do this through individualized student-focused programming using research-based procedures. Additionally, the program maintains a strong commitment to the advancement of research in the education and treatment of individuals with autism and within the field of Applied Behavior Analysis.

Our Students

Our students are diagnosed with Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorder and Pervasive Developmental Disorder-Not Otherwise Specified (PDD/NOS).  Currently, our program serves students between ages 6-21.  Our students require highly specialized learning aids and accommodations. They achieve a wide variety of skills as the result of thoughtful modifications and supports. Ivymount Autism Program graduates receive a certificate based on participation in a community-based, functional life skills curriculum.

Core Values

• Every child is appreciated and respected for exactly who he or she is.  Every student is accepted and encouraged to be the best version of him or herself.
• All students are entitled to respect and dignity. Continually assessing student preferences and teaching them to make choices are essential to ensuring that each student can advocate for him/herself.
• Student progress is our responsibility. To this end, we use research-based curricula, teaching procedures, and data based decision making.
• Student progress is dependent on the reciprocal relationships between students and their teachers.
• Teacher training is best measured through student progress. Our students’ progress is dependent on highly qualified teachers.
• Family involvement is essential in teaching students. Each family’s unique values, culture and background shape the education we create for their child.