High Support – Chapter 766
Chapter 766 schools (now Mass general law Ch 71B) are DESE (Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education) approved for an out of district placement when a student is not able to receive a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) in the least restrictive environment (LRE) in their home district.
Dearborn Academy
Dearborn Academy helps students develop the knowledge, skills and tools needed to gain academic mastery and build meaningful friendships. This is accomplished within a uniquely responsive therapeutic educational environment that fosters academic excellence. With the support of caring, expert staff, Dearborn students learn to confidently manage their mental health, social and/or learning needs. Dearborn students set and accomplish goals that lead to postsecondary education and fulfilling careers, and become role models in their communities.