Whether you are enrolling a toddler, adolescent, or adult at Milestones, our program and services are designed to help them become contributing members of their families and communities. Our highly trained team is there every step of the way. Our use of Applied Behavior Analysis helps both children and adults gain success in small steps. We also offer services for more intensive behavioral challenges and assessments for all ages and levels along the spectrum.
Program for Children and Young Adults, Ages 3–22
Age Range Served
Milestones serves children and young adults up to age 22, providing continuous support across all developmental stages.
Integration of Education with ABA
We combine educational objectives with evidence-based ABA practices to ensure a holistic approach to learning.
Alignment with Connecticut State Standards
Milestones adheres to the Connecticut State Standards for all of our programming.
On-Site and Community-Based Learning Opportunities
Based on the individual student’s skill level, we offer both school- and community-based learning environments to promote real-world skills and independence.
Multiple Campuses
Milestones operates several campuses, offering our program across different locations to provide the best fit for your child.
Support Every Step of the Way
From the very beginning, our team is dedicated to answering your questions, offering guidance, and ensuring you feel supported throughout the journey.
Supporting Families and School Districts
Milestones adheres to the Connecticut State Standards for all of our programming. Given the wide range of skill sets and deficits our students exhibit, we employ a diverse curricula and instructional materials, as well as a high percentage of teacher-created materials that allow for a highly individualized program of instruction tailored to meet each student’s unique needs. Teachers make modifications to ensure that the instruction is individualized to meet the needs of the student, sufficient practice opportunities are presented, and student engagement is increased by incorporating their interests. Wherever appropriate and possible, technology is integrated into programming.
Areas of Instruction
- Pre-Academics
- Full Range of Academic Subjects in Accordance with CT State Standards
- Social Skills Training
- Problem Solving
- Leisure
- Daily Living
- Language/Communication
- Health and Fitness
- Self-Advocacy
- Pre-Vocational Training
- Community Involvement
- Replacement of Challenging Behavior
- Skills Related to Transitioning to Adulthood
Supported inclusion enables our students to be involved in the community through participation in volunteer vocational opportunities which are determined based upon the individual student’s skill level. This may range from a school within the student’s home district, a private school, or in community-based programs and activities such as summer camps and clubs. Milestones staff provide individualized support to ensure that experiences are positive and successful for the students by monitoring reinforcement systems, providing pre-/post-teaching, creating necessary material modifications, and collecting data to ensure that the inclusion opportunity is meeting the needs of the student. The number of inclusion hours varies based upon the student’s needs and the schedule of the inclusion location, and may be gradually and systematically increased in accordance with progress.
In order to achieve our goal of generating socially significant outcomes for our students and their families, it is vital that the family play a role in identifying areas of need. For example, a student might experience difficulty going to the grocery store, the movies, restaurants, etc. This may limit the family’s ability to participate in and enjoy those events. It is critical that families help us identify these areas of need so that we can target the necessary skills to participate in these activities.
Milestones provides school-based, community-based, and home-based parent training sessions that are individualized based on the student and family’s needs. Milestones staff will model program implementation, explain the programming to parents, and have the parent or caregiver put the programming into action with staff support. Training time varies depending on the specifics of the program, but home-based training is available once per month.
We welcome parents, caregivers, and other service providers to visit our school and observe student programming. Once enrolled, a full program review involves meeting with the Special Education Teacher and/or Behavior Analyst to review student progress on current programs, associated materials, and data. This allows for the team and the family to touch base and have an in-depth look at programming.
What To Expect During the Enrollment Process
REFERRAL & TOUR
School district referrals for prospective students can be emailed to the contact below. Tours can also be requested using the same contact information.
OBSERVATION
After reviewing the referral, Milestones will decide if observing the student in their current educational environment is the best next step and will coordinate accordingly.
ASSESSMENT
If there is an appropriate opening in the school program, we will schedule an intake assessment at one of our school locations.
INTERNAL DISCUSSION
Following the intake assessment, our team will discuss whether the student will be accepted into the program based on available space and fit.
NEXT STEPS
The Principal or Director of Transition Services will reach out to the district and family with acceptance or denial information, typically within two weeks.
Contact Us for More Information or to Arrange a Tour
[email protected]
203-799-4110 × 565
Transition To Adulthood Classroom
Milestones currently has openings and is accepting referrals for our Transition Classroom. This program is for students ages 18-22 with special needs and focuses on individualized experiences and instruction in community and/or volunteer environments.
Click here to learn more about the program.
Intensive Treatment Classroom
Located at our Boston Post Road Campus, our Advanced Intervention Program provides a full day Intensive Treatment Classroom to individuals ages 5-22 that demonstrate significant problem behavior (e.g., self-injurious behavior, physical aggression, etc.) that interferes with or prohibits the student from functioning in a lesser restrictive environment, and who may be at risk for requiring residential placement or hospitalization.
The classroom is staffed with 2-3 clinicians per student with supervision by a BCBA-D/Licensed Psychologist. This service focuses on the development, evaluation, and generalization of an individualized behavioral treatment plan through direct observation and analysis of the variables contributing to the problem areas.
Milestones is the only special needs school in the state to provide this level of support in a full day five day a week program.
The schedule for this classroom mirrors the MBS school calendar.
Parent Resources
Access a variety of parent resources and helpful information to support your child’s development and well-being.
Frequently Asked Questions
Milestones serves students ages 3-22, offering our program and services tailored to children, adolescents, and young adults at various developmental stages.
Milestones provides support for a range of behavioral challenges, including those related to Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, developmental disabilities, emotional disabilities, and more.
Milestones integrates Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) with educational curricula, ensuring a holistic approach that meets Connecticut State Standards while fostering measurable progress in academics, behavior, and life skills.
Yes, Milestones offers a Transition to Adulthood Classroom program for students aged 18-22, focusing on real-world skills and community involvement to help them transition into adulthood.
The enrollment process involves a referral, observation, intake assessment, internal discussion, and communication with the family and school district about the next steps. Contact us directly to learn more about our intake process.
Have more questions? Contact our team of experts to get clarification on any question you may have.
Call us: 203-799-4110