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Our Mission: B.A.S.E.S. Program at Johnston Heights

B.A.S.E.S. stands for Building Academic, Social, and Employment Skills—a name that reflects our core mission: to empower a diverse range of students to achieve their personal and educational goals.

Who We Support

The B.A.S.E.S. program serves students with a variety of learning needs and abilities, including those with developmental and intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, Down syndrome, Tourette syndrome, and other exceptionalities. Each student brings unique strengths and challenges, and we tailor our approach to support individual growth across multiple domains.

Program Focus Areas

Academic Skills

We adapt academic instruction to meet each student’s zone of proximal development—where learning is both achievable and appropriately challenging. Our goal is to foster success while minimizing frustration and disengagement.

Social Skills

We emphasize the development of positive social interactions and community engagement. Social skills are foundational to lifelong success, and we actively teach and reinforce respectful, inclusive communication.

Employment & Life Skills

Students gain practical skills that prepare them for life beyond school. This includes everything from basic safety and community navigation to career exploration and independent transit use, depending on each student’s abilities and goals.

Our Philosophy

At Johnston Heights, we focus on strengths and possibilities. Inspired by the principles of Positive Behavior Support and Gentle Teaching, we create a safe and encouraging environment where students can learn through experience—even making small mistakes as part of the journey toward independence.

Our Vision

We believe every student deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential. By setting realistic goals and providing meaningful support, we aim to open doors to future opportunities and lifelong success.

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