“Care to Learn, Learn to Care”
The Philosophy of Villa of Hope School
Villa of Hope School assists students in developing the self-regulation, communication, and independence skills necessary so that they can access education, return to less restrictive school placements when possible, and thrive safely in their communities and homes now and in the future.
Villa of Hope School was created to honor the unique lives, interests, talents, and strengths of students with social and emotional needs. Villa of Hope School exists to foster social and emotional development, academic growth, vocational exploration, and increased personal independence for students age 12-21.
Villa of Hope School uses the Sanctuary Model of care to promote positive and sustainable change for youth and families. Understanding the impact of trauma and chronic stress is emphasized so that care, treatment and services provide a safe learning environment for youth, while engaging families, employing quality staff, and partnering with the community.
Villa of Hope School honors the unique strengths, talents, and interests of those we work with. We design educational programming, field trips and community outings, clinical services, and social opportunities from a positive, strength based perspective which ensures an environment focused on caring, hope, and respect.
Our PBIS initiative provides a focus on:
Be Responsible
Be Respectful
Be SAFE
Villa of Hope School promotes an interdisciplinary model of service and support. Daily communication between the educational, clinical, vocational, and support staff allows an individual’s daily success and needs, emerging interests, and areas for future skill-building to be addressed by the entire team.
Villa of Hope School is a NYSED licensed private (non-public) special education school (853 Coalition School) for students with emotional needs. Villa of Hope School is an available option for school districts seeking an out-of-district placement.