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The Students have been busy this Spring in Horticulture planting seeds, filling pots, and transplanting seedlings for our plant sales and summer gardens.
Our students Caitlin G., Deja F., Crystal G., Chris G., Nick M. John-David C., and Seth A. completed the bulk of the planting for the greenhouse. In doing so they have learned how to mix soils, proper plant handling, why we keep the planting area and pots clean, watering technique and general greenhouse care of plant and seedlings.
Most recently students transplanted Morning Glories into hanging pots to bring home for Mother's Day. They have also assisted in the sale of plants, including making deliveries, collecting payment and making change.
A special thanks to all of the staff for your support of students in the horticulture area, we greatly appreciate all of your efforts.
Photos by: Brendan O'L. and Andrew H.
Crotched Mountain School offers a joyful place to learn for children ages 5-22 who have physical disabilities, developmental disabilities and/or emotional disabilities. Students in grades K-12 thrive with the individualized educational and therapeutic services they receive throughout the year.
A day and residential school
Situated in a picturesque New Hampshire countryside, Crotched Mountain offers both day and residential school options all year. Through individualized education plans (IEPs) and supports, students are encouraged to learn and grow at their own pace and at their own level. This may include a mastery of daily living skills through a high school diploma.
With all students, our goal is to increase their social, educational and vocational opportunities, and encourage their involvement in school and community life. As a family-centered special education school, we encourage families to be actively involved in their student's education and activities.
Expert therapies and medical care
On-site therapists and medical professionals work as a team with school staff to integrate therapies and supports into each student's education program. Our hospital and health center can address the routine and acute health care needs of our students.
A friendly, accessible campus
The spacious Crotched Mountain campus is accessible. Highlights of our campus include a Media Center, Aquatics Center and therapy pool, full-size gymnasium, three well-equipped therapy gyms and health center. Classrooms are large, enjoyable places to learn and feature accessible media and ample room for mobility equipment. An easily accessed waterfront area, beach and trails provide opportunities for fun outdoor activities.
Residential life
Residential living includes a variety of programs to support many student needs. Living arrangements include accessible one-story residences with daytime and awake overnight staff, family-style meals and bedrooms housing one or two students; supervised apartment-style living for students in transitional programs and community homes where students live in family settings. The Crotched Mountain campus also includes a hospital for students who require more intensive medical and skilled nursing support.
Full NEASC accreditation
Crotched Mountain School is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) and is a special education school approved in all New England states — New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Maine, Vermont, Connecticut, Rhode Island — New York, New Jersey and other states.
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"I personally will never forget Zachery's first day at Crotched Mountain School. He was transitioning from another specialty school, and I was nervous. For the first time since junior high, Zachery was dressed and waiting at the door with smile on his face. I said, 'Zachery, I have never seen you so ready to go to school.' He replied, 'Mom, I love going to my new school. I finally feel like I fit in somewhere and the teachers understand me.' To this day, he still tells me it is the best school he has ever been to."
- Katie Mercier, parent
Starting at a new school is challenging for any child. And transitioning to a residential school can be especially difficult for a student who has autism and serious medical conditions. Such is the case for Crotched Mountain student Ivo (pronounced "eevo") Simons, an 11 year old boy diagnosed with a form of autism spectrum disorder called childhood disintegrative disorder.
Read Ivo's story...
Miles Forma organizes African fundraising efforts
A concern for Rwandan orphans and Sudanese refugees led Miles Forma, a 2008 Crotched Mountain School graduate, to raise awareness and thousands of dollars on their behalf.
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For more information about how Crotched Mountain School helps students reach their full potential, please contact:
Melissa Lambert -
Admission Coordinator
603.547.3311 ext. 1894
melissa.lambert@crotchedmountain.org
or use our convenient Contact Form.
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