DDSB ABA Treatment Classroom

THE PURPOSE OF THE ABA TREATMENT CLASS

To enhance resources for students with an autism spectrum disorder by providing assessment/treatment/educational options utilizing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). This treatment classroom is a short-term option (one to two semesters) intended to be part of a continuum of specialized supports within the educational system. Contact the SERT or the Head of Special Education at your community school for further information.

Students Who May Benefit

• Diagnosis of ASD

• Grades 9 - 12, earning credits toward an OSSD

• Challenging behaviour is likely to respond to ABA-based treatment delivered within the Grove School classroom setting

• Skill acquisition that requires intensive ABA based treatment

• Family is prepared to support their student’s participation in a treatment program

Program Information

Classroom Capacity

The classroom accommodates four students and up to two students can access an "integration in" seat.

Staffing

• 1 Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA)

• 1 Registered Behaviour Technician (RBT)

• 1 Educational Assistant

Class Schedule - follows bell schedule of host school

Class closed one day every two weeks for team meetings, program preparation and other administrative duties.

Academics

Students will have the opportunity to earn credits towards their OSSD or OSSC.

Integration

Opportunities to participate in the school community may include scheduled opportunities (e.g., assemblies, trips) and daily opportunities (e.g., credit courses, cafeteria, resource room) Student specific.

Presenting concerns that would better be addressed through other avenues:

• Student has a history of attendance issues, excluding those resulting from a school-based decision (eg. modified day)

• Behaviour of concern primarily occurs in the home setting and impacts regular school attendance (eg. persistent difficulties with routines at home)

• Primary presenting concern at the time of referral is not related to ASD (eg. mental health)

Student & Parent Commitment

Each student and their parent(s)/guardian(s) enrolled in the program are expected to actively participate in assessments, selecting goals, monitoring progress, practicing skills and planning for transition.

School Team Commitment

The area team facilitator and school team SERT will commit to a communication strategy including regular meetings throughout the intake, treatment and out-take phases of involvement.

The re-entry phase will involve the school team, area team and ABA class staff meet regularly for six months post-transition.

Transportation

Transportation may be requested but is NOT guaranteed.