Parenting is hard work — especially when you’re advocating for a child with learning differences. You research and seek out experts. You drive from appointment to appointment. And you cross your fingers that teachers and friends will be understanding and supportive.
You won’t have those same worries here at Atlantis Academy. We’ve helped educate thousands of children with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder at Atlantis Academy — and we have countless success stories.
You’re at the right place.
We’ll help your family navigate these special needs.
A Quick Primer for Understanding ADHD
Let’s start with the basics: Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects both children and adults.
- Individuals with ADHD may experience challenges with attention, focus, and impulse control.
- Common symptoms include difficulty sustaining attention on tasks, impulsivity, and hyperactivity.
- ADHD can impact various aspects of daily life, including academic performance, work, and relationships.
- It is important to note that ADHD is a medical condition and not simply a result of laziness or a lack of discipline. With the right support and strategies, individuals with ADHD can lead successful and fulfilling lives.
How Our Personalized Approach Works
No two students are the same — even if they have an identical diagnosis. So, before your child enrolls at Atlantis Academy, we conduct academic assessments. We use that information to personalize our curriculum and instructional practices for your child.
First, we determine which program is best:
- The Traditional Program mirrors the ages and grade levels found in public school. High school students, for example, change classes throughout the day. Our model, however, includes a low student-to-teacher ratio and personalized instruction.
- The Foundations Program is suited for students who thrive with more academic, social, and behavioral support.
- The Living Independently with Fundamental Experiences Program teaches young adults ages 18 and older the skills they need to live a more independent life in the home and in the workplace.
Then, we use evidence-based instruction, which means we use instructional methods that are backed by research and continue to assess your child to monitor improvement. This helps us see — daily — what is working well and what needs adjusting.
About Our Faculty
All of our teachers have at least a bachelor’s degree — and just as important — a passion for working with students who have learning differences.
Many have education-related degrees, while others have degrees in the subjects they teach. All work diligently to teach our state-standards-aligned curriculum.
The Benefits of Our Nurturing Environment
At Atlantis Academy, your child is among peers, faculty, and families who understand learning differences. They won’t feel like an outsider because they aren’t.
With our small class sizes and involved parents, everyone looks out for each other — and everyone works together. We frequently invite parents to campus to volunteer and collaborate with our teachers, and we host social events and workshops for families.
For students who need behavioral support, we use the Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports framework.
The primary components of PBIS at Atlantis Academy include:
- Establishing a clear set of positive behavior expectations
- Teaching expected, alternative, and replacement behaviors
- Analyzing student behavior
- Providing positive reinforcement
- Promoting student engagement
Social skills instruction is incorporated throughout the school day, including small group discussion, role-playing activities, and social skills training that is built into academic instruction. We place additional focus on teaching students problem-solving skills and strategies to prevent and respond to bullying.
“Atlantis Academy is our forever school. I like that I can ask questions or have meetings with the teachers and they are patient with me and offer the best solution.”
– Anonymous Parent
Think Atlantis is a good fit for your family?
We would love to get to know you better and help you through the steps of our admissions process!
Frequently Asked Questions
You are welcome to enroll at any time throughout the year, but we do sometimes have waiting lists.
We have behavioral therapists available, and we work with each student as necessary to reduce behaviors that interfere with learning. If your child has aggressive or self-injurious behavior, let’s talk about that and assess their support needs.
You never have to worry about bringing in your child’s therapist or aide.
Your child will find that everything — from our entryways to our restrooms — is structured to be accessible and welcoming for people of all abilities. Our goal is to provide as much independence and dignity as possible, so we invest in our buildings and in technology that improves learning and promotes relationships.
Your student will have safe access to SMART boards, laptops, and iPads in the classroom. Plus, our teachers and staff are familiar with using assistive devices for communicating and will work with you on training.
Our tuition is as personalized as our education because it’s based on your campus location, program enrollment, and financial assistance. You’ll find all the details on our Tuition and Scholarship page.
