Valley Educational Associates, Inc. incorporated 1982 as a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit to provide vocational training, day services, and supported-employment services to adults with disabilities in Western Massachusetts. Institutions like the "Belchertown State School for the Feebleminded"​ had closed in the late 1970's and creating a lack of programs for individuals. Through the years, Valley Educational Associates has grown from an eight-person program to serving over 95 individuals in three program settings throughout Western Massachusetts. Within these programs, we offer: -Vocational and social/leisure groups within a community based day center and out in the community. -Volunteer opportunities, career development and planning, fun and educational, thematic day programs. -Opportunities to develop friendships and learn new skills. -Assist individuals with obtaining and maintaining employment at various businesses in the community. Half of our participants are gainfully employed in various places in the community. Valley Educational Associates has proudly has achieved nine consecutive Certifications with Distinction and participated in ten distinctive survey and certification reviews with the Office of Quality Enhancement (OQE) within the Office of Quality Management. Valley Education Associates is a member of the Human Service Forum, Providers’ Council, Holyoke Chamber of Commerce, Springfield Chamber of Commerce, and Chicopee Chamber of Commerce.

The Child Health and Development Institute (CHDI) CHDI improves the behavioral health and well-being of children in Connecticut and beyond by providing policymakers, providers, educators, and partners with a bridge to better and more equitable systems, practices, and policies. www.chdi.org

The Greenwood School community of families, faculty, and staff share a deep commitment to creating a healthy foundation for every student’s intellectual, emotional, social, physical, and spiritual growth. The Greenwood experience empowers students by cultivating their imagination, love of nature, and spirit of inquiry. Our graduates distinguish themselves in and beyond high school as independent, creative thinkers, who act with integrity, perform with distinction and make a positive contribution to our world. Greenwood School prepares students for educational accomplishment and lifelong fulfillment by: Providing a broad-based, integrated curriculum including math, sciences, humanities, foreign language, and the arts Offering experiential learning opportunities that support and enhance the academic program, engage children with nature, and build social skills Cultivating students’ initiative, collaboration, self-confidence, and ethical behavior Assuring a safe, nurturing environment Fostering a community of parents, teachers, staff, students and alumni who enrich one another’s lives

MassEdCO is the Commonwealth's largest provider of community-based education and career readiness services for low-income, first-generation, underrepresented and marginalized youth and adults in Massachusetts, serving some 12,000 individuals each year.

HAMPDEN CHARTER SCHOOL OF SCIENCE (DISTRICT) is a company based out of 20 JOHNSON ROAD, CHICOPEE, Massachusetts, United States.

The world is interesting and learning is fun. So why not teach children to discover this for themselves, using their innate curiosity and their own two hands. At The Common School, students press their own cider, dissect seedpods they find in our garden, design Ancient Egyptian irrigation systems, identify animal tracks in the snow, make gourds into musical instruments, calculate the surface area of a whale, and much more. These interactive, in-depth projects are at the core of our time-tested curriculum. Our teachers not only guide, challenge, and support students, but also encourage them to take ownership of their education. The Common School offers an innovative alternative to traditional education, built on a rigorous and effective academic program. We know because our graduates go on to excel in secondary education and attend some of the best colleges and universities in the country. At The Common School the social and emotional development of children is just as important as their academic growth. Every one of our students knows, when it comes to behavior, there are two key questions: Is it safe? Is it kind? Here, children learn how to collaborate and that each person has something to offer. At daily class meetings, they learn to be good listeners and to respect each other’s opinions. If there are breaches of classroom norms, teachers use them as opportunities to foster accountability and problem solving. Coming together, students can learn compassion, resolve conflict, and recognize acts of fairness and kindness.

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Ben Bronz Academy is a state-approved private special education school in West Hartford servicing students grades 2-12 from around the state who struggle to learn. The students have been identified with various learning disabilities, including: Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, Executive Function Difficulties, ADHD, CAPD, and ASD (mild/Asperger's). Our goal is to help students correct their functional weaknesses and to develop strong, spontaneous thinking habits that build self-confidence, foster curiosity and an enthusiasm for learning. BBA was founded in 1985 with the belief that every student deserves to succeed. Since then, BBA has prepared hundreds of students for academic success. Their individualized learning program enables students to master learning skills, achieve academic success and enhance self-confidence. Ben Bronz Academy is a day school in West Hartford for students with learning disabilities. The Academy uses a unified approach to make a lasting difference for bright students in grades 2-12. Our full-time State of Connecticut Approved Private Special Education Program has a proven track record of guiding specially challenged students to begin a successful lifelong learning path.

Odyssey Community School is an education management company based out of 579 Middle Tpke W, Manchester, Connecticut, United States.

MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF GREATER HARTFORD is a company based out of 141 NORTH MAIN STREET, WEST HARTFORD, Connecticut, United States.

Academy Hill provides an intellectual, nurturing, and enriching foundation in a welcoming environment for students at the elementary school and middle school levels. Our goal is to develop tomorrow's Visionaries, Leaders, and Innovators by: Identifying and cultivating talents through challenging, and differentiated programs; Building character, citizenship, and confidence in students; Encouraging and enabling creative and critical thought and actions; Pursuing individual curiosity while encouraging self-initiative and a passion for learning; Developing the capacity and self-confidence needed for effective public speaking and self-advocacy; Building the skills our students need to succeed in the future; and Collaborating with families to provide students with the best possible experience.

The Cobb School, Montessori in Simsbury, Connecticut educates children 15 months through 12 years. At Cobb, joy and delight in learning are matched by the values of hard work and self-discipline. Every day Cobb carries out its mission—Believe, Guide, Step Aside, Let Fly!—and stays true to its core values—Respect, Responsibility, Independence, and Integrity. Cobb is accredited by the Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) and provides an authentic Montessori education to its Young Children’s Community through to its Upper Elementary. Cobb’s vibrant parent base contributes to the School’s positive atmosphere and benefits from Cobb’s unique place as a center of child study and parent education. The School welcomes families of diverse backgrounds and prides itself on being the go-to school for Hartford County’s international community. Those interested in learning more about The Cobb School and how a Montessori education prepares children for life are encouraged to call 860.658.1144 to schedule an appointment.