Dreamplex Therapeutic School guides children of all diversities to their full educational and functional potential through quality education and multi-disciplinary therapies.
Dreamplex Therapeutic School guides children of all diversities to their full educational and functional potential through quality education and multi-disciplinary therapies.
Dreamplex Therapeutic School opened in 2018 and now serves children from K-12th Grade. DTS is dedicated to providing an effective environment to support the goals and development of children of diverse neurological and physical diversities. The teachers and staff facilitate hands-on activities to promote the development of language, math, and science skills while collaborating with parents, teachers, assistants, aids, and school administrators to facilitate a positive learning experience for all children.
Each student must receive at least 2 therapeutic services (OT, PT and/or SLP) to attend Dreamplex Therapeutic School.
Students with complex educational and therapeutic needs thrive in the unique environment we’ve created. An infusion of academic instruction with various therapies addresses the child as a whole, allows them to build the skills required to reach their fullest potential, and prepares them to be participants in their natural environment.
Some of Our Students’ Diagnoses
Autism, Behavior Disorders, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Learning Disabilities, Brain Injury, ADD, ADHD, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Spina Bifida
The staff seeks to educate the heart, mind, and body of each student by:
Dreamplex Therapeutic School utilizes the Unique Learning System for Functional Academics
Community-Based Training, Colors, Shapes, Location Concepts, Technology, Writing, Time Telling, Calendar, Money Math, Community-Based Training, Portfolio/Independent Skills
Each skill domain is evaluated individually during an initial assessment to determine the level at which the student is performing and then to identify the next skills in the sequence to teach.
SHIRICA GULLEDGE, Director, is an accomplished and passionate educator, brings a wealth of experience to her new roles as DTS Director. With over 20 years of teaching experience, Shirica has dedicated her career to inspiring and empowering students and teachers alike.
Born and raised in small town Benton Harbor, Michigan, Shirica developed an early love for learning and teaching. She pursued her higher education at the University of Phoenix, earning a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education.
SHIRICA GULLEDGE
Director of Dreamplex Therapeutic School
STEP 1
Contact us to Schedule a Tour
Call 352-394-0212 Ext. 300
STEP 3
We will contact you to discuss your application and to schedule a therapeutic evaluation
We are always in need of new supplies and equipment to elevate our students’ learning experience. We appreciate any and all donations to the school.
Donations made through our Wish List can be applied to Parent Volunteer Hours. Please check your Parent Student Handbook for details.
Parents are encouraged to join our Dreamplex Therapeutic School Facebook Group. This group is private and only parents, caregivers, staff, and school volunteers are permitted access.
After school care and school break camps are affordable and available on a full- or part-time basis. Children ages 5-22 enjoy arts, crafts, games, outdoor playtime, and tutoring, all tailored to their special needs. Children must be independent in toileting or require minimal bathroom assistance (children requiring diapers are accepted).
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