Q: Who can be referred to Seton Academy?
A: Any special education student between the ages of 10 and 18 with at least low average intellectual abilities who, because of emotional, psychological or behavioral difficulties, is unable to function in his/her current school placement; any student who has had excessive absences; or any student who has been on home bound instruction is eligible for admission.
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Q: Is the School limited to students with a particular type of problem?
A: No. Students at Seton Academy have a variety of learning, emotional, and/or behavioral problems. However, students who are in need of inpatient hospitalization, residential treatment, or day treatment typically require a higher level of care than that offered by Seton Academy.
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Q: How does one apply for admission?
A: Either the student's parent/guardian or their LEA may contact Seton Academy to request admission information. All referrals should be directed to the Headmaster Armand Fabbri by calling (203) 341-4506. All referrals require the support of the student's Planning and Placement Team.
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Q: Who pays for the student's enrollment in Seton Academy?
A: Local school districts contract with Seton Academy to pay for educational and supportive mental health services. Families may also choose to privately fund students.
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Q: How are students transported to Seton Academy?
A: Transportation to the school is provided by the student's home school district or families may elect to provide their own transportation.
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Q: Who provides the clinical services?
A: Clinical services are provided by experienced master's level certified school and licensed clinical social workers.
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Q: What is the admissions procedure?
A: The preliminary admission material provided by the PPT and/or community providers is reviewed and an appointment for an initial interview is set. If admission materials are found to be inadequate or missing, additional evaluations (psychiatric, psychological, family, neurological, or educational) may be requested. Students attend Seton Academy only on a voluntary basis and must be willing to participate in setting goals with staff. During the interview, the student, his/her parent/guardian, and Seton Academy staff discuss the student's goals and the process by which they may be attained. Following the screening interview, the student and his/her family determine if they are interested in the School program, while the School staff determines if the student's needs can be met by the School. Once a student is deemed appropriate for admission, his/her local Planning and Placement Team and the family is notified. A PPT meeting is held with Seton Academy staff and a start date is set.
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Q: What education services are provided?
A: Middle school and high school coursework in English, mathematics, science, and social studies is provided. The specific curriculum is based on requirements of the student’s sending district with modifications dictated by the student's individual needs. Seton Academy participates in the annual administration of the Connecticut Mastery Test (CMT) and the Connecticut Academic Performance Test (CAPT) for students with IEP requirements. Goals and objectives on the student’s IEP are addressed
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Q: What if a student needs additional services beyond those provided by the School?
A: Clinical staff will help facilitate referrals to a local provider.
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Q: What happens in an emergency?
A: At the time of enrollment, the parent/guardian will provide the name and phone number of a person to contact in the event of an emergency. If an emergency occurs during school hours, intervention will be provided by Seton Academy staff, and the parent/guardian will be contacted. If the parent/guardian cannot be reached, clinical staff will use their best judgment to ensure the safety of the student.
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Q: What if a student needs more intensive care than Seton Academy can provide?
A: One of the goals of Seton Academy is to assess students over a period of time. Students are consistently monitored for their progress, the development of behavioral and academic skills, and their ability to benefit from the program. When a student needs more intensive care, the family is provided with recommendations as to the type of environment that will enable the student to maximize his/her potential.
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Q: What happens when a student meets his/her behavioral and academic goals?
A: When a student successfully achieves behavioral and academic goals, he/she may be ready to move into a less restrictive school environment. Discharge planning will include the student, his/her family, the home school district Planning and Placement Team, and Seton Academy staff.
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If you have additional questions regarding Seton Academy, please contact Armand Fabbri, Headmaster, at (203) 341-4506.
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