Learning Institute: REACH

The REACH program is an exciting opportunity for campers with autism spectrum disorders and other special needs to experience HOFSTRA SPECIALTY CAMPS with typically developing peers.

The REACH program provides a safe and positive setting for campers with disabilities to be included in all camp activities and enjoy peer interactions, with supports and/or modifications, when necessary. The REACH program provides a perfect setting for ongoing interventions during the summer break. Campers have ample opportunities to generalize and enhance social and daily living skills.

The REACH program is designed to meet the needs of campers pending a consultation with Julie Duenges -Director of Pupil Services. If you find this program might be of interest, please call the camp office to set up an appointment.

Director of Pupil Services: Julie Duenges

Julie Duenges is a special education teacher in the Herricks School District STRIVE program, a program designed specifically for educating children with autism spectrum disorders. She is the assistant to the applied behavior analysis (ABA) coordinator and an ABA therapist for Variety Child Learning Center in Syosset, New York. Julie earned a master’s degree from Teachers College, Columbia University, and is currently enrolled in the course work necessary for board certification as a behavior analyst at Stony Brook University. She has worked with children and adults with various special needs in both educational and recreational settings.

Note: Please visit Tuition and Registration for the special tuition rates for the "Learning Institute"

For more information:
Call (516) 463-CAMP (2267)
or
Email ce-camps@hofstra.edu