NEST Program
Here at Seth Low we provide 2 NEST classes per grade level.
NEST Teachers are trained with supportive strategies by NYU and CUNY Hunter college. Teachers continue this training by participating in workshops and ASD classes at NYU throughout the year.
Nest students are supported with:
- Consistent routines used throughout each class, as well as throughout the school
- Flexible seating is offered in each classroom
- Break Areas are available in each classroom
- SDI (Social Development Intervention)
- Grades 6 & 7: 3 times per week
- Grade 8: 2 times per week
- NEST Students have a Social Worker available to them for situations that may arise during the school day.
- NEST students are provide with a quiet space during lunch periods
Parents will recieve weekly newsletters with important information pertaining their child, as well as opportunities for parent workshops throughout the school year.