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The After School Program

The After School Program at The Paul Center is licensed by the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care.   

The Paul Center After-School Program runs from 3:00-6:00 pm, Monday through
Friday during the school year.  It is open to school-aged children and teenagers
with moderate to severe special needs.  The After-School Program offers a
structured approach to learning life skills and routines, while teaching study skills
and providing homework support.   There is an emphasis on socialization, as it
includes a recreational component for the students as well.

The After-School Program is managed by a certified special education teacher who
provides and implements a life skills curriculum.  With no more than a 1:5 staff to
student ratio, staff is able to provide a unique, hands-on approach while offering a
nurturing environment so each child can reach his/her full potential.  
Click here for more information. Enrollment Form

Extended School Year Program (Summer Day Camp)

The Paul Center's outdoor environment makes this program a unique,
non-traditional educational program that is appropriately structured to encourage
each student to explore the world of learning.
 Click here for more information.

Camp Paul (Overnight Camp)

Camp Paul Overnight is a week long overnight recreational camping experience for
challenged young people who can participate in activities and games, care for their
personal hygiene needs and help make choices for the daily program.
  Click here
for more information.

Saturday Respite Care

This program provides respite care for the families of participants and is open to
young people ages 6 - 21 years.  A variety of on-site leisure activities are provided.  
 Program plans are geared to foster choice, decision making skills and group
inter-action.  Among the many leisure activities provided are games, crafts, cooking,
music, reading, and outdoor activities. Participants arrive at 10:00 am and depart at
3:00 pm.  
Enrollment Form

School Vacation Program

This program provides a structured alternative for students during school
vacations.  The goals of the program are to provide recreational activities, respite
care and work on the activities of daily living skills.  There will be opportunities to
continue the development of social interaction skills.  On site activities include
cooperative games, reading, visual art expression and outdoor activities weather
permitting.  Additional off-site activities are planned.  In the past these have
included bowling, swimming, and gym activities.  
Enrollment Form