and services and includes a strong community component designed to foster a sense of belonging and mutual support among students. Staff includes special education teachers, social worker, school psychologist, and paraprofessionals. English as a Second Language (ESL) Intermediate and Advanced ESL This program helps non-native English speakers transition into the school and strengthen their communication and cultural skills. Students progress from Intermediate to Advanced ESL as they improve their skills and gain a stronger understanding of the English language. Learning/language Disabilities (mild to moderate) STEP transition program and STEP 2 The STEP program provides real-world learning opportunities for students to develop skills relevant for post-high school life. This includes helping with services in the building (making copies, mail/package delivery, bulletin boards, etc.) as well as working jobs outside of the school. STEP 2 will provide a more extensive program for students 18–21 years old. Autism Spectrum TIDES TIDES is a unique classroom environment for students diagnosed as having an Autistic Spectrum Disorder or with low cognitive ability. TIDES offers a low student to teacher ratio, which allows for individualized classroom programming to meet their specific needs while allowing them to progress within the general education curriculum to the best of their ability. Using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis, students’ specific skill deficits are addressed and strengthened in both group and individual instructional settings. Emphasis is placed on social and emotional development, strengthening communication skills, and developing independent learners in all environments. Multiple Disabilities VISTA The Vista program is designed for students who have multiple disabilities, including those students with physical and cognitive impairments. The Vista program offers a home base classroom that provides a calm, slower pace for students to receive their academic instruction. Emphasis is placed on functional academics and social skills that are unique to the students' individual needs. The Vista program emphasizes transition planning and activities through age 21, including access to a transition coordinator, job coach, and a Structured Learning Experience (SLE) teacher. Technology As of 2014, Roxbury has implemented a 1:1 device program, where each student in grades 6-12 receives a Google Chromebook that they may use for the year. With the switch to Chromebooks, the district uses the Google Workspace (formerly G Suite and Google Apps). All students and staff have their own Gmail account and save all files through Google Drive. With this technology push, the district has significantly increased its technology-based