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Narrative

We are able to serve many different students well, but we have special expertise in these profiles or histories:

• Anxiety Disorders (e.g., Generalized Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Panic Disorder)

• Bipolar Disorders

• Depressive Disorders (e.g., Disruptive Mood Dysregulation, Major Depressive, Persistent Depressive)

• Trauma and Stressor-Related Disorders (e.g., Post-Traumatic Stress, Reactive Attachment, Disinhibited Social Engagement)

• Executive Dysfunction Disorder

• Neurodevelopmental Disorders (e.g., Specific Learning, Attention-Deficit Disorder, Social or Pragmatic Communication, High-functioning Autism Spectrum)

• Capacity to express thoughts and emotions verbally, process and reflect on feelings and events

Don Watson Academy is dedicated to the growth and learning of students by providing a safe, therapeutic environment that enhances the quality of life of each individual student. As a day school serving students ages 9-21 with social and emotional disabilities, we foster personal growth while also valuing excellence in individual achievement.

High standards of excellence are promoted by staff and students alike to enable 21st Century Learners to explore, create, and apply knowledge. As educators, we encourage students to replace negative behaviors with positive actions and foster personal and social growth. Our dedicated staff celebrate each student's uniqueness and go above and beyond to meet their academic and behavioral needs. At DWA, a positive culture welcomes everyone from the moment they enter the school each day.

Service Types

• Case Management
• Day Activity
• Domestic Violence Counseling
• Job Counseling
• Job Seeking
• Job Skills
• Job Training
• Mental Health
• Schools - Day
• Skills Training
• Socialization Activities

Program Type

• Counseling
• Education

Populations Served

• Allergies
• Autism Spectrum
• Behavior Disorder
• Developmental Disability
• Eating Disorders
• Language Impairment
• Learning Disabilities
• Mental Illness
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
• Phobia
• Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
• Substance Abuse
• Tourette Syndrome

Ages Served

• 9 - 13
• 14 - 18
• 19 - 22

Languages Spoken

• Spanish

Accessibility Features

• Accessible Restrooms
• Free Transport
• Medical Needs
• Near Public Transportation
• Wheelchair Ramps

Additional Information

• Fees: Free Service, Personal Funds
• Licensed By: DOE