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Notes for Prospective Students
At Gateway Academy, we seek students who: * Are at Grade Level
or Above; Have a diagnosis of High Functioning Autism. Desire a
college preparatory curriculum that emphasizes academic, social,
and emotional development. * Demonstrate a discrepancy between
IQ and achievement on standardized assessments. * Struggle
with homework overload or large classroom settings. * May have
experienced bullying, teasing, or social isolation. * Show
motivation-by both student and parents-to become an active member
of the Gateway community. * May present with one or more of
the following diagnoses: Level 1 Autism Spectrum Disorder ADHD/ADD
Anxiety Depression OCD Social/School Anxiety * Present no
significant behavioral problems. Any behavioral concerns must be
manageable with verbal redirection and without physical
intervention. Areas of Concern: * The following issues require
a more detailed interview process and may result in denial of
admission: -History of physical aggression (not solely triggered by
environmental stressors). Intermittent or unpredictable behavior
problems. Poor self-regulation requiring intensive 1:1 support.
-Limited ability to work independently. -History of drug abuse or
addiction. -Assessments & Evaluations All evaluations-including
Psychoeducational, Neurological, Speech & Language, Occupational
Therapy, and Standardized Educational Testing-must be current
within three (3) years. If not current, families must commit to
obtaining updated evaluations prior to admission or at the
three-year renewal mark.Testing may be scanned and emailed to:
rsweet@gatewayacademy.us. * Vision and Hearing Tests must be
completed yearly and are the responsibility of the family.
* Financial Aid & Scholarships: Empowerment Scholarships are
accepted. State Tax Organization Scholarships are accepted.
District Placements are welcome. * Non-Discrimination Policy
Gateway Academy admits students of any race, color, national or
ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities
generally accorded or made available to students at the school.