STEPS II PROGRAM
621 Main Street
Wilbraham, MA
279-3847
Program and Services
Located at Minnechaug Regional High School, the STEPS II Program is designed for students who have completed their traditional educational requirements and require additional services prior to the transition to adult living.
This program provides instruction in daily living skills and vocational training, consisting of a half day of functional academics and a half day of vocational skills training in a community job placement.
The program is located in a traditional high school setting, providing students with inclusion opportunities such as extracurricular activities, inclusion classes and school assemblies.
Staff work closely with community providers and resources to ensure a smooth transition for the student upon graduation.
Admission Procedure
Special Education students are referred by their home district. The referral goes through a comprehensive review to determine appropriate placement. Students can be placed in this program as part of an extended evaluation.
Approval/ Licensing Accreditation
The STEPS II Program is a licensed program of the Massachusetts Department of Education.
Special Education at LPVEC
LPVEC programs provide services to students aged 6 to 22 years who demonstrate a wide variety of exceptional learning needs. Key focus areas are Autism, adjustment and behavioral needs, emotional disturbances, learning disabilities, and developmental disabilities.
The STEPS II Program services students 18 to 22 years of age.
Mission and Purpose
LPVEC increases the capacity of school districts and supports the success of all students by providing high-quality, shared programs and services in a cost-effective manner. The primary purpose of LPVEC is to accomplish this mission in the member districts: Agawam, East Longmeadow, Hampden-Wilbraham Regional, Longmeadow, Ludlow, Southwick-Tolland-Granville Regional, and West Springfield.