** Crossway Pediatric Therapy is a mask optional facility**
Crossway Academy is a unique place that provides a therapeutic environment that increases a student’s ability to learn. Our small class sizes create more opportunities for more individualized and differentiated instruction.
As Crossway continues to expand and service children with diverse needs and abilities, we have always recognized the need to teach and support the WHOLE child. Part of that support comes from our occupational, physical and speech therapists who facilitate student development of handwriting, social-emotional regulation, fine motor skills, motor planning and self-care. Additionally, our students receive music therapy, Allegro Movement Therapy and extracurricular activities such as Soccer Shots.
We are taking things a step further and creating a functional curriculum that targets the following domains:
Our founder and teachers work diligently in updating this curriculum. Your students' needs are at the center of our preparations, which promises a curriculum that is individualized.
As Crossway continues to expand and service children with diverse needs and abilities, we have always recognized the need to teach and support the WHOLE child. Part of that support comes from our occupational, physical and speech therapists who facilitate student development of handwriting, social-emotional regulation, fine motor skills, motor planning and self-care. Additionally, our students receive music therapy, Allegro Movement Therapy and extracurricular activities such as Soccer Shots.
We are taking things a step further and creating a functional curriculum that targets the following domains:
- Self Care and Domestic Living
- Recreation and Leisure
- Social Interactions
- Employment and Community Preparedness
Our founder and teachers work diligently in updating this curriculum. Your students' needs are at the center of our preparations, which promises a curriculum that is individualized.
Crossway Academy was founded in 2011 by Shelley Dean, OTD, OTR/L , a visionary entrepreneur with a passion for making a positive impact on the lives of children with special needs. With a background in owning and operating the successful therapy clinic, Crossway Pediatric Therapy, since 2004, Shelley identified a significant gap in the educational support system for children with special needs in the Charlotte area.
Having witnessed the challenges faced by these children within the public school system, Dr. Shelley Dean, in collaboration with the dedicated support of Dorian Ladue , M. Ed., Crossway's first Head of School, decided to take a bold step towards addressing this issue. The duo recognized that many students were not receiving the necessary support within mainstream classrooms to help them thrive academically and personally.
In 2011, Crossway Academy was established with a clear mission - to provide a nurturing and inclusive educational environment tailored to the unique needs of children with special requirements. Shelley Dean's background in pediatric therapy brought a holistic perspective to education, emphasizing not only academic success but also the overall well-being of each child.
The academy quickly gained recognition for its innovative and personalized approach to education, fostering a community where every child's potential could be realized. Crossway Academy became a beacon of hope for families seeking an alternative to traditional education, where their children could receive the attention and support they deserved.
Under Shelley Dean's leadership, Crossway Academy has flourished into a reputable institution that continues to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children with special needs. The dedication to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment remains at the core of the academy's values, ensuring that each student has the opportunity to reach their full potential.
As we reflect on our history, we remain committed to the vision that inspired our founding - to be a guiding light for children with special needs, empowering them to overcome challenges and embark on a journey towards a brighter, more promising future. Crossway Academy stands as a testament to the power of passion, dedication, and a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of those who need it most.
Having witnessed the challenges faced by these children within the public school system, Dr. Shelley Dean, in collaboration with the dedicated support of Dorian Ladue , M. Ed., Crossway's first Head of School, decided to take a bold step towards addressing this issue. The duo recognized that many students were not receiving the necessary support within mainstream classrooms to help them thrive academically and personally.
In 2011, Crossway Academy was established with a clear mission - to provide a nurturing and inclusive educational environment tailored to the unique needs of children with special requirements. Shelley Dean's background in pediatric therapy brought a holistic perspective to education, emphasizing not only academic success but also the overall well-being of each child.
The academy quickly gained recognition for its innovative and personalized approach to education, fostering a community where every child's potential could be realized. Crossway Academy became a beacon of hope for families seeking an alternative to traditional education, where their children could receive the attention and support they deserved.
Under Shelley Dean's leadership, Crossway Academy has flourished into a reputable institution that continues to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children with special needs. The dedication to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment remains at the core of the academy's values, ensuring that each student has the opportunity to reach their full potential.
As we reflect on our history, we remain committed to the vision that inspired our founding - to be a guiding light for children with special needs, empowering them to overcome challenges and embark on a journey towards a brighter, more promising future. Crossway Academy stands as a testament to the power of passion, dedication, and a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of those who need it most.
- Give families in the community an option for an all-inclusive special education program
- Operate the Academy in a fully-operational therapy clinic
- Evaluate, create and implement an individual curriculum and lesson plan for each child
- Implement a curriculum based on the North Carolina Standard Course of Study—modified for the special needs of each child
- Evaluate each child by our staff of onsite Occupational and Physical Therapists and Speech Language Pathologists
- Provide onsite group OT, PT and S/LP therapy services
- Provide training lessons in social skills through modeling, group sessions, and role playing
