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Deaconess Home

Po Box 2118, Fall River, MA, 02722-0272 -

School Notes Overview:

At the Fall River Deaconess Home, the educational curriculum for each grade is developed in accordance with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks. Goals and Objectives derived from the Frameworks, in various content areas, are specifically supported by the textbooks purchased, thereby, conforming to curriculum standards set forth by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education & Care. The Deaconess Home’s curriculum complements that of the Fall River Public Schools, thereby, ensuring a successful, planned transition to a less-restrictive, educational setting. The goal for each student is to transition, when deemed appropriate, to a public school setting. Transitions often begin by the student taking one class, then two, and to ultimately participate in public school on a full-time basis. Every student’s educational/career plan is supported by their courses at the Deaconess Home. The program assists and encourages each young woman to explore whatever her interests are, including vocational training programs, certification programs, high school or college courses of interest, and community resources. ...

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School Overview:

	Deaconess Home
School Type	Special Education School
School Membership(s)	National Association of Private Special Education Centers
Religious Affiliation	Nonsectarian
Grades Offered	Grades 9 - 12
County	Bristol County, MA
Student Body
Total Students	24 students
Student Body Type	All-girls
	This School	(MA) School Avg.
% Students of Color	46%	21%
Students by Grade
	Grade 9 - 7 students
	Grade 10 - 9 students
	Grade 11 - 5 students
	Grade 12 - 3 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers	5 teachers
	This School	(MA) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio	1:4	* Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year	217 days	180 days
Hours in School Day for Students	5 hours	6 hours

School Notes:

At the Fall River Deaconess Home, the educational curriculum for each grade is developed in accordance with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks. Goals and Objectives derived from the Frameworks, in various content areas, are specifically supported by the textbooks purchased, thereby, conforming to curriculum standards set forth by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education & Care. The Deaconess Home’s curriculum complements that of the Fall River Public Schools, thereby, ensuring a successful, planned transition to a less-restrictive, educational setting. The goal for each student is to transition, when deemed appropriate, to a public school setting. Transitions often begin by the student taking one class, then two, and to ultimately participate in public school on a full-time basis. Every student’s educational/career plan is supported by their courses at the Deaconess Home. The program assists and encourages each young woman to explore whatever her interests are, including vocational training programs, certification programs, high school or college courses of interest, and community resources.
Profile last updated: 02/16/2009

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School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (02722)	School Zip (02722)	(MA) State Average
Population (Approximate)	n/a	6,349,048 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree	n/a	43%
Population Average Age	n/a	36 years old
Average Household size	n/a	2.5 persons
Median Household Income	n/a	$52,143
Avg. # of Rooms in Household	n/a	5.4 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure	n/a	56 years old
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% Owning / % Renting	n/a / n/a	58% / 42%