New Focus Academy

A therapeutic residential program for boys (ages 12-18) struggling with developmental delays, gaining the necessary skills to live independently.

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"I might hit developmental and societal milestones in a different order than my peers, but I am able to accomplish these victories on my own time."
- Haley Moss

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Every child has a different set of needs, there’s no one-size-fits-all treatment. We understand this and reflect it in each student’s treatment plan.

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Participating in adaptive recreation is a positive way to integrate all skills sets into one activity and shines a light on the fact that you can do whatever you want as long as you try.

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“The only source of knowledge is experience.” - Albert Einstein

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John Webb and Wendy Balard are heading to the 2022 IECA Conference in San Diego! Gonna be there? Come find us and say hi!

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Boo! We hope everyone has a wonderful Halloween, we sure are!

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When you have the right support system, nothing is impossible.

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New Focus is headed to CT for the School Connections Conference. Come say hi to Dr. Brandon Park and Wendy Ballard!

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We are headed south for the 2022 NATSAP Southeast Conference, make sure to find Dr. Brandon Park and say hello!

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We help to empower these students by teaching and practicing social, coping, organizational, and self-care skills in a small, safe environment.

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Raise a hand if you are going to be at the 2022 NATSAP Northeast Conference 🖐️ Dr. Brandon Park will be there, so come find him and give him a high-five!

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Our curated environment promotes prosocial behavior, interpersonal relationships, conflict resolution, and community living skills.

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Did you know that New Focus Academy is COGNIA Accredited?
Earning accreditation from COGNIA means that we are nationally recognized as a school that is focused on productive learning environments, commits to continuous improvement & is overall a great place for students to learn.

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Meet Wendy Ballard our new Director of Admissions! Wendy has worked in the RTC field for over 22 years and we are excited to have her on our team.

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Our small, personalized class sizes help our students learn and apply their lessons better than a traditional classroom setting.

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Giving our students the opportunity to be self-sufficient prepares them for a bright independent future.

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Ready, Set, BUBBLE BALL!!

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Meet John Webb our Co-Founder & Clinical & Operations Director. Students, co-workers, & parents have described John as trusted, caring, transformative, and fun! John loves combining his recreation skill along with his clinical knowledge to help the people & families he works with

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Have you heard about our Community Project Initiative? This new program is meant to integrate students with neurodiversity into the community with projects that engage & give the students the necessary experiences to live independently. Learn more about it https://t.co/Q0Nlm3NQnk

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Meet Dr. Brandon Park, our Co-Founder & Executive Director. He uses his skills as a neuropsychologist to understand the barriers & limitations of the students under his care, as well as predict the heights of their potential.