A School within a school, where learning goes out the door.
The Citywide Special Education Program at ConneXions: A Community-Based Arts School gives students with autism and intellectual disabilities a structured, supportive place to learn, with individualized supports, and the chance to be part of the larger school community.
In the Classroom
The Citywide Special Education Program at ConneXions: A Community-Based Arts School gives students with autism and intellectual disabilities a structured, supportive place to learn, with individualized supports, and the chance to be part of the larger school community.
Core Subjects
English Language Arts
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Life and Work Skills
Vocational, independent living, and transition-focused instruction help students get ready for work and for life at home and in the community.
Built Around Students
Instruction is based on the goals and services in each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP).
Out in the City
Community-based learning lets students use what they learn in class in real places. Learn a skill in the classroom, then try it for real.
In Class
Students learn budgeting and money-management skills.
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In the Community
They practice those skills on a visit to a grocery store.
In Class
Students learn restaurant and food service skills
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In the Community
They apply them on outings to restaurants.
Hands-on jobs at school
Right here on campus, students get real vocational experience through three working spaces.
School Store
Students practice customer service skills and professional workplace behaviors.
Vegetable and Herb
Students grow, tend, and take responsibility for living things.
Laundry Services
Students grow, tend, and take responsibility for living things.