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Laura Baker School

 
Above: Long-time Laura Baker School Lead Teacher, Joanne Sommers

A Bit of history:
LAURA BAKER SCHOOL SONG
We love the school which we attend
Our voice in praise we’ll ever lend
For here is cheer through all the year
Miss Baker, too, we all revere.

Its fame is known from coast to coast
Of comfort, care we greatly boast
But what we’re taught here means the most
Three cheers for Laura Baker School.

   Laura Baker School provides instruction to students ages 5-22 with developmental disabilities in a private school setting to both residential and non-residential clients. Services such as occupational therapy, health monitoring, speech and music therapy are also available at an additional cost.The regular school program runs from September through June. Students receive individualized training in basic academics and skill development for daily living, community access and future vocational opportunities. A summer school program runs from June through August, allowing students to maintain their learning while concentrating on leisure and social skills.

Laura Baker School Offers:

  • Strong academics
  • Personal and vocational training
  • Individual educational plans reviewed every six months
  • A psychological evaluation every three years
  • Assistance with vocational placement upon graduation

    • Educational Services:

  • Academics: Reading, spelling, vocabulary, math, art, physical education, individualized curriculum.
  • Personal Development: Daily living skills, personal care, community access, vocational training.
  • Enrichment: Field trips, shopping, leisure activities.

    • Additional services are available if needed.

    Students do not have to be living on campus to attend the Laura Baker School. We accept students from neighboring districts not more than an hour’s bus ride away.

     

    Every student is a success story at the Laura Baker School. Students who have previously been asked to leave or seen as chronically challenging in the public school system thrive here.

     

    Just ask Lisa’s family. Lisa’s father was on the verge of quitting his job so he could stay home with his daughter, who had been kicked out of school. Being the sole source of income for the family, it was a hard decision to make. He found Laura Baker School, and Lisa is now a contributing member of a learning community. She has made great strides personally and academically.

    To inquire about admissions, please contact Jane Fenton at 507-645-8866.