Program areas at CREST
Essex Academy Lower School - Program to benefit students whose psychological disorders are deterring them from making effective progress within their regular school setting (program #460)
Lifeworks - Program to benefit students with disabilities in genuine transitional and vocational experiences for competitive employment and adult lifestyle (Program #220)
Lifeways - Programs to benefit special needs students with developmental disabilities and challenging behavior (program #350)
Visions - Program to benefit students with disabilities in genuine transitional and vocational experiences for competitive employment and adult lifestyle (program #200)
Food Service - program to provide food to students within the Collaborative (program #150)
Essex Academy Upper School - Program structured to meet the academic and social/emotional needs of young adults grades 9-12 (program #430)
District Services - Program structured to meet the academic and social/emotional needs of young adults by providing them with in-home services and services to school districts (program #520/700)
Professional Development - Trainings and professional development conferences for educators and school districts (program #750)
Grant Programs Various grants to support programs (Program #701-712)
EPIC - Programs to benefit special needs students with moderate to severe disabilities including PDD, global developmental delays and communication disorders (program #300)
Merrimack Academy - Programs to benefit special needs students who experience significant behavioral or psychological problems (program #400)