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Devereux School

8000 Devereux Drive, Viera, FL, 32940-0329 -

School Notes Overview:

Devereux Santa Barbara's Adult Residential school Program provides a wide range of programs, from intensive, highly structured services, to programs which promote increasing independence. The primary goal of the adult residential program is to maximize the independent functioning of each resident to the highest level possible though the development of social and daily living skills. Residential settings include Supported Living Services in their own residences, off-campus for independent living. Stimulating and productive recreational and instructional activities are provided in both community and home settings. Devereux Santa Barbara's Adult Residential Program serves adults who have the diagnosis of a developmental disability and/or a psychological disorder. Each of the adult residential programs is briefly described below. The Devereux Early Childhood Assessment A Measure of Within-Child Protective Factors in Preschool Children The Devereux Early Childhood Assessment or DECA is a nationally normed assessment of within-child protective factors in preschool children aged two to five. Based on resilience theory, this comprehensive system is made up of a 5-step system designed to support early childhood teachers, mental health professionals, and parents in their goal of helping children develop healthy social/emotional skills and reduce challenging behaviors. Partnerships with families allow children to see the important adults in their lives working together to support their development. The Devereux mission is to change lives and nurture human potential. We inspire hope, ensure well-being, and promote meaningful life choices. Our mission is achieved through a wide range of services and supports for individuals and their families....

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School Overview:

	Devereux School
School Type	Special Education School
School Membership(s)	Other special emphasis association(s)
Religious Affiliation	Nonsectarian
Grades Offered	Grades 5 - 8
County	Brevard County, FL
Student Body
Total Students	38 students
Student Body Type	Co-ed
	This School	(FL) School Avg.
% Students of Color	n/a	34%
Students by Grade
	Grade 5 - 12 students
	Grade 8 - 26 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers	12 teachers
	This School	(FL) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio	1:9	* Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year	204 days	180 days
Hours in School Day for Students	6 hours	6 hours

School Notes:

Devereux Santa Barbara's Adult Residential school Program provides a wide range of programs, from intensive, highly structured services, to programs which promote increasing independence. The primary goal of the adult residential program is to maximize the independent functioning of each resident to the highest level possible though the development of social and daily living skills. Residential settings include Supported Living Services in their own residences, off-campus for independent living. Stimulating and productive recreational and instructional activities are provided in both community and home settings. Devereux Santa Barbara's Adult Residential Program serves adults who have the diagnosis of a developmental disability and/or a psychological disorder. Each of the adult residential programs is briefly described below. The Devereux Early Childhood Assessment A Measure of Within-Child Protective Factors in Preschool Children The Devereux Early Childhood Assessment or DECA is a nationally normed assessment of within-child protective factors in preschool children aged two to five. Based on resilience theory, this comprehensive system is made up of a 5-step system designed to support early childhood teachers, mental health professionals, and parents in their goal of helping children develop healthy social/emotional skills and reduce challenging behaviors. Partnerships with families allow children to see the important adults in their lives working together to support their development. The Devereux mission is to change lives and nurture human potential. We inspire hope, ensure well-being, and promote meaningful life choices. Our mission is achieved through a wide range of services and supports for individuals and their families.
Profile last updated: 02/11/2009

School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (32940)	School Zip (32940)	(FL) State Average
Population (Approximate)	19,083 people	15,979,631 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree	49%	27%
Population Average Age	47 years old	38 years old
Average Household size	2.3 persons	2.3 persons
Median Household Income	$61,145	$40,558
Avg. # of Rooms in Household	6.3 rooms	4.9 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure	16 years old	33 years old
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% Owning / % Renting	89% / 11%	66% / 34%