Educational Programs at Phoenix Center

The Phoenix Center Curriculum

As a NJDOE-approved full day educational program for children with disabilities, the Phoenix Centers' curriculum is based on the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards, and provides a wide range of special events and field trips to augment the academic curriculum. Educational programs are individualized for each of our students. Click here to learn more about our curriculum.

Behavior Supports

The Phoenix Centers´ Behavior Management Team is extensively trained in Applied Behavior Analysis and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention, and works closely with certified social workers, a school psychologist and a consulting psychiatrist, to develop uniform therapeutic interventions in support of each student's behavioral needs. Click here to learn more about the Phoenix Center Behavior Program.

Related Services

The Phoenix Center offers a full range of related services, including counseling and psychological services, speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, health services, and an innovative program that helps relationships become the vehicle for learning interactions called the Bridge to Learning Program. Click here to learn more about related services at the Phoenix Center.

Transition Services

Transition to adult life requires preparation and practice. The Phoenix Center is proud to be the first private school in the state to receive approval for its supported employment programs. Click here to learn more about the Center's community-based instruction, work sampling programs, and restaurant program.

Special Events and Field Trips

Field trips and other co-curricular events provide important opportunities for community-based learning and real-world problem-solving, create a sense of community among students, and provide opportunities to celebrate successes and achievements. Click here to learn more about our trips, graduation, prom and more.

Arts and Sports Programs

Phoenix Center Physical Education and Art Programs follows the NJDOE Core Curriculum Content Standards. With a full size gymnasium on campus, aquatics program, basketball, bowling, pep squad and therapeutic riding programs, our students have plenty of opportunities for exercise and physical play. Art and music education and therapy, percussion ensemble, melodica ensemble, junior and senior chorus, dance troupe and drama club provide creative learning experiences for all students. Click here to learn more about arts programs, or physical education programs at the Phoenix Center.

Inclusion Supports

When students are accepted into the Phoenix Center, we understand that we are the least restrictive environment for them. However, we take our responsibility to empower our students to return to their home schools very seriously. Click here to learn more about inclusion opportunities with LEAs.