The College Internship Program at the Berkshire Center provides individualized, post-secondary academic, internship and independent living experiences for young adults with Asperger's Syndrome and other Learning Differences. With our support and direction, students learn to develop and realize their potential.
Enhanced Curriculum for 2010!
Wellness Program
Combines modern and innovative techniques such as yoga, martial arts, stretching, walking groups and other stress reducing activities to promote positive social behaviors and create healthier lifestyles. Learn more...
Bookends Program
Learn to prioritize tasks, set goals, plan ahead and communicate more effectively. Students receive instruction on how to carry these skills forward into the workplace and daily life. Offered on Mondays and Fridays, serving as “bookends” for each week. Learn more...
"Our mission is to graduate young men and women of confidence, character, and integrity capable of making contributions to society and claiming their place as citizens of the world."
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Founding Principles
- Every individual inherently deserves to be treated with respect and dignity
- Social and emotional growth precedes all other growth
- We serve as a bridge in the understanding of Learning Differences
- The acceptance and understanding of self establishes a foundation on which the individual can build a happy and productive life
- We develop and teach a curriculum which leads to success in college and future careers
- Healthy environments and strong role models provide the atmosphere for the growth necessary for self-actualization
- Social and emotional growth precedes all other growth. Acceptance and understanding of self establishes a foundation on which the individual can build a happy and productive life.
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