Special Education at Shrub Oak International School: Providing the Groundwork to Success
Awareness and acceptance of autistic students have amplified with the recent increase in diagnostic prevalence nationwide (Autism Speaks, 2019). ASD diagnoses have steadily risen in recent years from 1 in 68 children in 2016 to 1 in 59 children in 2018 (Autism Speaks, 2019). Students with ASD require structured educational programs with clear, individualized goals […]
Building Leaders at all Levels
Prospective candidates often ask how Shrub Oak International will develop its staff, expressing dismay that their current positions either don’t offer professional development, or they are bored with the ‘same old, same old’. We know that every day will be different, and growth opportunities will arise in traditional and nontraditional ways. At Shrub Oak, staff […]
Education Driven By Student Passion
Parents often tell us they want an education for their children that incorporates their interests and passions. At Shrub Oak, we accomplish that by providing opportunities for active and experiential learning. By connecting with each child on an individual level, we create an environment that is conducive to the deepest level of learning possible. We […]
Integrated Student Life Approach
Student life is much more than just fun activities; it is an incorporation of all aspects of a student’s life into integrated transdisciplinary plan to develop skills for independence. At Shrub Oak, we pride ourselves in the wide array of opportunities for active exploration and learning that transcend the walls of the classroom to every […]
Community with a Community
The news is saturated with articles about organizations seeking to build their headquarters in a city that fits their exacting specifications. The cities eliminated from the competition are left to reflect on their weaknesses rather than the strengths that make them unique. Far from dictating its specifications, Shrub Oak International School continues to discover and […]
Finding the Right Fit: Boarding or Day School?
For some families, especially families with a child with autism, the thought of enrolling a son or daughter in a boarding school can be scary. But in reality, the benefits of a boarding program – particularly a leading-edge program such as Shrub Oak’s – are extraordinary, not only for the students, but for the family […]
The Case of Cameron
What is the goal of secondary school for students with autism spectrum disorders? Why do schools need a philosophical framework that guides the preparation of students for further education or leads to meaningful employment? To examine these questions, let’s consider the case of Cameron – which is fictional – but all too common. Cameron is […]
Our Dedication to Learning
Learning never ends for Shrub Oak International School staff and faculty. This Spring we’ve embarked on a series of webinars and training sessions to take advantage of our Advisory Board members’ extraordinary expertise. One thing that differentiates our faculty is that, while other programs hire us to consult and teach their staff, we’re actually excited […]
A Connected-Community Driven Approach to Student Development
The adage “It Takes a Village….” to support a child, adolescent or young adult’s growth … is an understatement. Its application can extend beyond the traditional reference to a child’s family, home and the community in which they live. Shrub Oak International School passionately shares that holistic, community-driven philosophy toward development. Our boarding and day […]
Shrub Oak International School Attends UN’s World Autism Awareness Day
April is National Autism Awareness month. This year, in observance of World Autism Awareness Day, Shrub Oak International School will attend the United Nations’ (UN) panel discussion. Established by United Nations Resolution World Autism Awareness Day was first observed in 2008, following unanimous approval of an international resolution on the Rights for Persons with Disabilities […]
