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ABILITIES FIRST SCHOOL
What districts/counties do you service?
Currently, we are serving Putnam, Orange, Ulster, Greene, Columbia and Dutchess Counties.
How would my child be transported to school?
Each child’s school district provides their transportation.
What is the student/teacher ratio?
We are certified for 12:1:4 classrooms (12 children with 1 teacher and 4 aides).
Are meals provided?
Snacks are provided. Children must bring their own lunch.
Is there a nurse on site?
Yes.
How does my child get evaluated?
School districts are responsible for providing required testing evaluations.
How does my child get referred to your program?
Each child’s home school district makes the referral.
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Do you have a summer program?
Yes.
Do you provide School to Work & Vocational Training?
Yes, at our Red Hook and Poughkeepsie sites.