According to the National Institute of Mental Health, eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia, and binge-eating are serious psychiatric conditions and often severely disabling illnesses, whereby preoccupation with food, body weight, or body shape may cause severe disturbances in people’s eating behaviors, related thoughts and emotions. Special needs children may also suffer from these issues, […]
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Bipolar disorder (also called manic-depressive illness or manic depression) is a serious illness of the brain that causes people to go through unusually strong mood changes. Bipolar disorder is not the same as the normal ups and downs every child experiences. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, bipolar mood swings are more extreme […]
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Dr. Chris Hoye, (principal) and Dr. LeRoi Jones (Supervisor of Instruction) share their perspectives of what it was like to transition all Gateway students and staff to online learning in the midst of COVID-19. A Monumental Task“It was an experience I will never forget. After hearing the state’s decision to close down the schools in […]
Continue readingAs the global pandemic COVID-19 is changing our world and disrupting our lives daily, it is important to stay informed on the latest news. Trusted news sources can help you make informed decisions to protect your health. But could the news be hurting you at the same time? Being glued to 24-hour news networks, social […]
Continue readingIMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING GATEWAY SCHOOL OPERATIONS This is the Principal of Gateway School, Dr. Christopher Hoye. We recognize that almost all of our sending districts are closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Starting tomorrow, Monday, March 16, 2020 Gateway School will also close to students and move our instruction to our Virtual Distance Learning Plan. Teachers […]
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In a world that seems hyper-focused on STEM skills, everyday life skills also play a critical role in a well-rounded and comprehensive education. Learning daily living skills, social skills, and appropriate work skills will benefit every student. Not every special needs child will accomplish perfect mastery of all life skills, but it pays to give […]
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Making Breakfast – Starts the day off on the right track for special needs studentsAs part of our Life Skills Program, students at Gateway School are encouraged to learn and gain confidence in a variety of daily living skills that will support them in their everyday lives. Training in daily living skills such as self-care, […]
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What are life skills?Life skills include a wide range of knowledge and skills that provide children with important tools to help them to handle daily tasks in their lives and develop into active and productive members of their communities. Life skills also serve the important function of preparing children to take action in situations where […]
Continue readingTransition Workshop–Highlighting Student Preparation for Graduation and Beyond!Friday, January 17, 202011:30 am-2:00 pmFor Parents/Guardians, Case Managers, District Supervisors.Guest Speakers:Blanche Stetler, Gateway School Parent Liaison and SupportMonique Newsome, Public PartnershipElizabeth Sullivan, Support Coordinator; Brain Injury Alliance Guardianship DiscussionRSVP by: by calling 732.541.4400 or email hoyeC@thegatewayschool.comLight lunch will be served at 11:30 am. Download the Sign up Form […]
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From web-based instruction to communication devices, at Gateway School, we infuse technological support and learning across all areas of our program. Each of our classrooms has a combination of desktop and laptop computers, Chromebooks, an interactive whiteboard system, and iPads. Instruction incorporates web-based activities and assessment, utilizing programs such as IXL, a groundbreaking platform and […]
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