The NORTHWEST SPECIAL EDUCATION REGION services three towns in the
Northwest part of the State 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 (via Creative Options, Inc.)
Professional development opportunities
Career/situational assessment (Project JOBS)
Child Outreach programs
Coordination of regional programs for low incidence populations
Management of Medicaid programs.