Contoocook School Booklet

THE PURPOSE

"To value and respect ourselves and the community while learning and growing."

Education is a powerful tool - a key that unlocks worlds of possibilities. At the Contoocook School, we believe that everyone - regardless of ability or personal circumstance - should have the opportunity to reach their full potential.

We understand that people are social and have a deep-rooted desire to belong, so we create positive, pro-social opportunities where students can turn for a sense of belonging. We believe that with the right support, teaching, coaching, and nurturing, everyone can achieve their goals.

The Contoocook School is committed to teach the skills needed to open new doors and opportunities for our students.

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

"The Contoocook School is more than just a school- it's a community. We provide a safe, supportive environment where students can transcend their labels, grow from their strengths and soar to heights they never thought possible

Heidi Foisy, Program Director

We are a fully certified, co-ed special education middle/high school. We specialize in advancing the educational goals of youth with behavioral health needs. Students work within a positive peer culture to develop the skills that will help them to be successful-within their families, at work, and, whenever possible, back in their home school district.

We provide a full curriculum following the New Hampshire Minimum Standards, and are approved as both a Nonpublic School and Special Education Program by the State of New Hampshire's Department of Education.

A THERAPUTIC ENVIRONMENT

A trauma-informed system of care

Individual and group counseling

Weekly groups run by YouthMove NH

Trust-Based Relational Intervention

RENEW

Community-based activities

When appropriate, liaising with outside providers

Recreational activities (ski/snowboard program, volunteer opportunities)

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING

Specially designed instruction to meet each student's unique needs

A 180-day school year, with optional Extended School Year (ESY) Services

TRANSITION AND DISCHARGE SUPPORT

Support with planning for a return to the student's sending school district

Post-secondary planning support

SERVICES

"Two years ago, we were at the lowest of lows. You took our son in and provided him with a safe space and accepting community, neither of which he ever had during his time in school. He felt part of something. He bonded. He felt seen and heard... Two years later, and we have seen tremendous growth. Thank you. Thank you for opening your doors and your hearts to our son. Thank you for pushing through his hard days, even when we didn't think we could. Thank you for always believing in him."

-Parent

Special Education

We offer small, comfortable classrooms to allow students to concentrate and to minimize distractions. We take pride in our open and supportive teaching environments that encourage student participation and build a strong sense of community within the school. Our learning experiences are designed to engender personal development socially, behaviorally, and academically.

CONTACT US: 603-746-7702

If you would like more information, or would like to explore educational opportunities please contact us. Your child's potential is our passion.

ABOUT NFI NORTH

Children and adults with behavioral or mental health challenges find the highest-quality services designed to meet their individual needs when they come to NFI North. Teams of therapists, teachers and other health professionals help each person overcome obstacles to independence and reach their personal goals.

NFI North inspires and empowers people and families to reach their full potential and to live successfully in their own community. We pursue our mission through providing specialized education, counseling, supported employment, care management, foster care, residential services, perinatal addiction programs, and many more services designed to meet the needs of the people we serve.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

www.Nfinorth.com