Bridge School (The)

An innovative organization educating children with severe speech and physical impairments through the use of:

• creative approaches to education and communication
• augmentative and alternative communication systems and assistive technology
• extensive involvement of families and community

The Education Program forms the heart of The Bridge School as it partners with families to provide a curriculum that:

• Develops educational, social, recreational and life skills
• Supports students as they work towards developing communication competence
• Explores academic and social participation in a supportive setting
• Documents effective instructional and communication intervention strategies
• Integrates the use of augmentative and alternative communication systems and assistive technology

Transition extends the mission of The Bridge School by:

• Documenting effective education and communication strategies for each child
• Working collaboratively with the educational team to support inclusion throughout the student’s placement at The Bridge School
• Developing and implementing curriculum that addresses self-determination and independence
• Developing tools and strategies to support effective transition for students
• Supporting the transition of students from The Bridge School to their home school district or other educational placements
• Guiding families in the transition process
• Offering collaborative services to district personnel to ensure successful participation for our students in their new educational environments
• Extending support to our graduates in post-secondary education, career development, community-based programs and other aspects of adult life, as students move beyond school age.
• Helping prepare students to engage in life-long learning opportunities

Building Bridges Camp gives campers ages 5-17 who use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and Assistive Technology (AT) an opportunity to develop their communication skills in a fun, no-pressure environment in Boulder Creek.

The Bridge School is a non-public school (NPS) certified by the California Department of Education to provide special education services. District may contract with Bridge School to provide an educational program. Scholarships are available.