David Gregory School’s program for children with developmental disabilities, including Autism and PDD, is a research based program which utilizes principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. We serve students from pre-school (age 3) through the elementary years (age 14), and we provide a one to one student to staff ratio. Our purpose is to provide the most effective education based on the findings and practice of the science of behavior. Each student is assessed individually, and the educational plan is drawn based on the student’s individual needs. An individualized curriculum is used with all of the students, and progress is monitored daily in order to ensure the students are acquiring their personal instructional goals. Our method of instruction is provided in a highly structured environment, characterized by positive non-aversive behavior changing procedures. Innovative interventions, which have been proven effective through systematic research, are incorporated through the program.

A comprehensive speech program, including verbal behavior analysis, remediation for articulation difficulties and augmentative communication support is provided for the students. Social behaviors are targeted in our curriculum in addition to a peer modeling program in which peers and siblings are brought into the school to assist with the teaching of social skills.

Student curriculum is based on Verbal Behavior Analysis Each student has a personalized individual curriculum Student progress is graphed and analyzed daily Full day program Extended school year program DGS serves children between the ages of 3 to 14 years One to one student to staff ratio.

• PhD. level behavioral consultant
• Two masters level BCBAs
• Oral Motor Prompt Therapy Certified Speech Consultant
• Occupational Therapist
• Staff members receive on-site, ongoing comprehensive training
• Personalized System of Instruction utilized for teacher training
• Affiliations with surrounding colleges and universities
• Weekly and monthly in-services for teachers
• Continuous and direct measurement of teacher performance

Recognizing early diagnosis and intervention are critical to the child's future success, we provide an intensive program for young children by implementing the following:

• Individualized one to one parent education
• Parent support group
• Speech therapy infused into the program
• Occupational therapy infused into the program
• Work collaboratively with sending districts to transition children back to district
• Social Skills Training
• Peer tutoring program