Boston Higashi School, Inc.
About
Boston Higashi School is a day and residential school in Randolph for students ages 3 to 22 on the autism spectrum. Its program is built on Daily Life Therapy, a structured, holistic method developed by the late Dr. Kiyo Kitahara of Tokyo that teaches through group dynamics and blends academics, technology, art, music, physical education and social education. The goal is for students to gain social independence and dignity and to contribute to society as adults.
The approach traces to 1964, when Dr. Kitahara founded the Musashino Higashi Kindergarten in Tokyo and developed her method while teaching a child with autism in a regular class. The Boston school has served students since 1987. Its day program is paired with a residential life program that offers a 24-hour educational environment, and the Emergence Program helps students ages 19 to 22 prepare for adult life.
What to Know
- The day program operates 217 days a year.
- Students with musical talent can join the Jazz Band or Chorus Group.
- Vacation programming during school breaks helps students keep familiar routines.
- The school accepts donations of new items and welcomes volunteers.
- Clinical and medical services are part of the program.
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