The NORTHWEST SPECIAL EDUCATION REGION services three towns in the Northwest part of Rhode Island: Foster, Glocester and Scituate.
The Director and the Assistant Director of Special Education are responsible for planning, organizing and coordinating special education programs, services, curriculum, and transportation for the students.
REGIONWIDE SERVICES:
Extended school year programs – includes integrated camp program for most students.
Adaptive Physical Education services
Occupational Therapy services (OT and COTA provide assessment, service and professional development)
Physical Therapy services
Positive Behavioral supports
Professional development opportunities
Career/situational transition assessment
Child Outreach programs
Coordination of regional programs for low incidence populations
Management of Medicaid programs.