Our Purpose
The Gifford School provides individualized educational services within a therapeutic milieu to neurodiverse students with complex academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs that affect their ability to thrive in a traditional educational setting.
Our Mission
Our mission is to offer a transformative learning experience that helps students develop emotional regulation strategies, social competencies, academic skills, and the executive functioning necessary to achieve their full potential.
Our Vision
Our vision is to cultivate a nurturing community where all students have the opportunity to learn in a safe, supportive, and respectful environment that empowers them to achieve their individual goals and best outcomes.
Our Core Values
Community - We believe that all students and staff deserve to learn and work in a safe, accepting, compassionate environment that respects and celebrates diversity and promotes a sense of belonging.
Collaboration - We believe in cultivating and maintaining authentic, respectful, and collaborative relationships with students, families, staff, and community partners.
Strengths-based - We believe in fostering each individual's inherent strengths to encourage growth, resiliences, and the ability to thrive in the face of challenges.