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The LEARN Difference
LEARN's Office of Student Support Services is dedicated to the educational success of each and every child.
Who We Serve
LEARN's Student Support Services serves southeastern Connecticut schools, districts, students, and families.
LEARN Student Support Services
LEARN's Student Support Services is committed to providing a wide range of high-quality, customized services and interventions that support the diverse educational needs of students.
Mission & Vision
LEARN's Student Support Services is committed to fostering the success of each individual student by providing customized and high-quality educational opportunities, services, and programs.
Tools for Success
LEARN Student Support Services is committed to providing a wide range of high-quality, customized services and interventions that support the diverse educational needs of students.
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The Ocean Avenue LEARNing Academy is a specialized school for students in PreK through High School.
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This program is designed for young adults who have completed high school requirements for graduation, but need additional programming to prepare for transition into adult life
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The Diagnostic and Wellness Center features individualized evaluations, comprehensive behavioral and mental health supports, transdisciplinary approach to programming and evaluations, and recommendations for supports.
![OALA student passing balloon with teacher in gym]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1713967866/learnk12ctus/i2d9t0tda4gj5086ljlc/083123_OALA_59.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1713967866/learnk12ctus/i2d9t0tda4gj5086ljlc/083123_OALA_59.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1713967866/learnk12ctus/i2d9t0tda4gj5086ljlc/083123_OALA_59.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1713967866/learnk12ctus/i2d9t0tda4gj5086ljlc/083123_OALA_59.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1713967866/learnk12ctus/i2d9t0tda4gj5086ljlc/083123_OALA_59.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1713967866/learnk12ctus/i2d9t0tda4gj5086ljlc/083123_OALA_59.jpg","width":2200}])
Customized and individualized programming, comprehensive behavioral and mental health supports, a supportive environment and well-designed learning spaces, transdisciplinary approach utilizing ABA principles and other evidence-based practices.
![LEARN Transition Academy student works with staff at school]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1713969156/learnk12ctus/oaula9yvnptnqortifau/030524_TA_18.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1713969156/learnk12ctus/oaula9yvnptnqortifau/030524_TA_18.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1713969156/learnk12ctus/oaula9yvnptnqortifau/030524_TA_18.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1713969156/learnk12ctus/oaula9yvnptnqortifau/030524_TA_18.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1713969156/learnk12ctus/oaula9yvnptnqortifau/030524_TA_18.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1713969156/learnk12ctus/oaula9yvnptnqortifau/030524_TA_18.jpg","width":2200}])
Customized programming to promote post-school success, related services as appropriate to support independence and generalization. Supportive environments, well-designed spaces, and community access to foster independence. Internships and community integration
![Young child plays with playdoh while wearing weighted vest]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1713902959/learnk12ctus/jcqdaw4ay9rpbydeexr1/083123_OALA_04.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1713902959/learnk12ctus/jcqdaw4ay9rpbydeexr1/083123_OALA_04.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1713902959/learnk12ctus/jcqdaw4ay9rpbydeexr1/083123_OALA_04.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1713902959/learnk12ctus/jcqdaw4ay9rpbydeexr1/083123_OALA_04.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1713902959/learnk12ctus/jcqdaw4ay9rpbydeexr1/083123_OALA_04.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1713902959/learnk12ctus/jcqdaw4ay9rpbydeexr1/083123_OALA_04.jpg","width":2200}])
Customized and individualized programming in all areas, behavioral and mental health supports, supportive environment and well-designed learning spaces, and transdisciplinary approach utilizing ABA principles and other evidence-based practices.
By The Numbers
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Specialized Schools
Ocean Avenue LEARNing Academy & LEARN Transition Academy
Ages 3-21
Developmental Disabilities Programming
Serving Students ages 3-21 (22); employing a variety of approaches.
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LEARN Magnet Schools
Providing services to students in four LEARN magnet schools.
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School Districts
Serving 25 towns, 24 school districts, and 21 superintendents across southeast Connecticut.
News & Events
![OALA student stands with his diploma during his graduation ceremony]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1718134015/learnk12ctus/xkwbcwdr0jiv1sekicfd/OALAGraduation2024-26.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1718134015/learnk12ctus/xkwbcwdr0jiv1sekicfd/OALAGraduation2024-26.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1718134015/learnk12ctus/xkwbcwdr0jiv1sekicfd/OALAGraduation2024-26.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1718134015/learnk12ctus/xkwbcwdr0jiv1sekicfd/OALAGraduation2024-26.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1718134015/learnk12ctus/xkwbcwdr0jiv1sekicfd/OALAGraduation2024-26.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1718134015/learnk12ctus/xkwbcwdr0jiv1sekicfd/OALAGraduation2024-26.jpg","width":2200}])
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about Ocean Avenue LEARNing Academy Student graduates!
![Ashley sits at piano with student at OALA]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1716992817/learnk12ctus/qvpvioakqtjusuugardx/MusicTherapy.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1716992817/learnk12ctus/qvpvioakqtjusuugardx/MusicTherapy.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1716992817/learnk12ctus/qvpvioakqtjusuugardx/MusicTherapy.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1716992817/learnk12ctus/qvpvioakqtjusuugardx/MusicTherapy.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1716992817/learnk12ctus/qvpvioakqtjusuugardx/MusicTherapy.jpg","width":1536}])
This year we have been lucky enough to have our intern, Ashley (she/they), who is a Graduate Student at Lesley University! Ashley is in the Master of Arts program for Clinical Mental Health Counseling: Music Therapy.
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One of our Ocean Avenue LEARNing Academy students, Marcus, recently started as a Doggy Daycare Assistant at Fun Play Bark!
![SSS student pets black lab police dog next to NLPD officer]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1716992364/learnk12ctus/uhwtfhs73vud0ifc3y5a/NLPDatOALA.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1716992364/learnk12ctus/uhwtfhs73vud0ifc3y5a/NLPDatOALA.jpg","width":450}])
On May 17th we were lucky enough to have Officers Desnoyers, Nocito, and Traveler from the New London Police Department visit students and staff at Ocean Avenue LEARNing Academy!
![Tim Doyle stands next to presentation "Work-Based Learning for Complex Learners"]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1716992147/learnk12ctus/xlmbcxqbggurcsfsrxjb/TimDoyle.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1716992147/learnk12ctus/xlmbcxqbggurcsfsrxjb/TimDoyle.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1716992147/learnk12ctus/xlmbcxqbggurcsfsrxjb/TimDoyle.jpg","width":526}])
Last Friday LEARN Transition Specialist, Tim Doyle, presented at the CT 9th Annual Secondary Transition Symposium hosted by Central Connecticut State University, SERC, and the Connecticut State Department of Ed.
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We are proud to announce the SSS Educator of the Year Awards that were presented at Ocean Avenue LEARNing Academy for the 2023-2024 school year!