School Age
THE ABRITE ORGANIZATION
749 37th Ave.,
Santa Cruz 95062
454-8530 • www.abrite.org
Devoted to improving the lives of young learners with the use of early intensive intervention. ABRITE views each child as an individual and is based on the principles of behavior analysis and the use of empirically supported methodologies. They believe further development and dissemination of validated practices will be the way by which families and science can unite to improve the lives of children with autism and developmental delays.
BAY SCHOOL
5400 Soquel Ave. Suite F, Santa Cruz 95062
421-9692 • www.thebayschool.org
Provides a full-day, year-round, science-based education program for students
with autism, and is dedicated to ensuring long-term social change for children
with autism in our community. CHARTWELL SCHOOL
2511 Numa Watson Rd , Seaside 93955
394-3468 •
www.chartwell.org
Email: information@chartwell.org
Serves children with dyslexia and other learning differences by providing
a full academic program in a highly structured, multi-sensory learning environment.
Financial aid available.
CORYELL AUTISM CENTER
111 Errett Circle, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 •
831-713-5186
www.coryellautismcenter.org
Coryell Autism Center is a state-certified non-public, nonprofit school located in Santa Cruz. At CAC, we use Applied Behavior Analysis and positive behavior support to teach students with autism ages 14-22, emphasizing vocational opportunities, community interactions, functional academics, recreation & leisure and, ultimately, independent living skills. Additionally, we provide support to both students and families through the transitional processes of young adulthood.
THE LISTEN FOUNDATION
303 Potrero St. #29-103, Santa Cruz 95060 •
426-7234
Serving children whose
needs cannot be adequately addressed in the public school setting. The Listen
Foundation combines the use of behavioral support techniques, training in independent
living, mainstreaming activities and therapeutic recreation through a school program,
as well as residential care. SANTA CRUZ COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION
400 Encinal St., Santa Cruz 95060
Contact: Desma Beltran or Barbara Wise
466-5600
www.santacruz.k12.ca.us
dbeltran@santacruz.k12.ca.us
bwise@santacruz.k12.ca.us
Contact for referrals or placement of school-aged children (5-18 years) in
Santa Cruz County.
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY SPECIAL EDUCATION PTA
438-6498
www.scsepta.org
A group of parents, teachers and community professionals striving to improve the education, social interactions, and recreational opportunities for children with special needs, and to provide information and support to parents. SEPTA's mission is to foster communication, share information, and help our children become active and successful participants in our community.
EXTRACURRICULAR DANCENTER
810 Bay Ave., Capitola 95010
475-5032 • www.dancenterinfo.com
Rising Stars/Special Dance: Dance classes geared for students with physical limitations
and/or developmental disabilities. Also Jazz/Tap for special needs. Summer classes
for kids. Sliding scale tuition. 
SANTA
CRUZ PUBLIC LIBRARIES
10 Locations
Aptos • 427-7702
7695 Soquel Dr., Aptos 95003
Boulder Creek • 427-7703
13390
West Park Ave., Boulder Creek 95006
Branciforte • 427-7704
230 Gault St., Santa Cruz 95062
Capitola • 427-7705
2005
Wharf Rd., Capitola 95010
Central Branch • 427-7707
224 Church St., Santa Cruz 95060
Felton Branch • 427-7708
6299 Gushee Rd., Felton 95018
Garfield Park • 427-7709
705 Woodrow St., Santa Cruz 95060
La Selva Beach • 427-7710
316 Estrella Ave., La Selva Beach 95076
Live Oak • 427-7711
2380 Portola Dr., Santa Cruz 95062
Scotts Valley • 427-7712
215 Kings Village, Scotts Valley 95066
Great collection of books, videos,
and more.
All listed branches are wheelchair accessible.
BOOKMOBILE
427-7717 • www.santacruzpl.org
Mobile library branch that travels 5 to 6 days a week to various sites in the county. Call or visit website for current route information. | 
| HIGHER LEARNING 
Attending Classes at Cabrillo College
CABRILLO COLLEGE ADAPTIVE
PHYSICAL EDUCATION PROGRAM
6500 Soquel Dr, Aptos 95003
Contact:
Micki Witzig • 479-6576
www.cabrillo.edu
Email: miwitzig@cabrillo.edu
Program includes bowling, basketball and swimming for physically limited students.
Classes offered every day of the week. Must be enrolled to participate. CABRILLO
COLLEGE DISABLED STUDENTS PROGRAM
6500 Soquel Dr., Aptos 95003
479-6100
www.cabrillo.edu/services/dsps
Email: jonapoli@cabrillo.edu
Your one-stop resource center! The Disabled Student Program and Services offers
a variety of counseling, tutorial, and program-based services to enable students
with disabilities to function independently in the classroom setting and to integrate
effectively into general campus programs and activities. No cost to enrolled
students.
PAJARO VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Watsonville/Aptos
Adult School
Main Office
294 Green Valley Rd., Watsonville 95076
• 786-2100
Arts and crafts, computers, Spanish, physical
fitness, citizenship preparation and more. Also VIVA classes (readjustment skills
after injury or accident). VIVA classes are free. UCSC DISABILITY
RESOURCE CENTER
1156 High St., Santa Cruz 95064
459-2089
• www.drc.ucsc.edu
Email: drc@ucsc.edu
Offers a wide range of services to assist enrolled UCSC students with disabilities,
upholding the university’s commitment to making all programs, services,
and activities accessible to students with disabilities.
BOOKMOBILE
427-7707 • www.santacruzpl.org
Mobile library branch that travels 5 to 6 days a week to various sites in the
county. Call or visit Website for current route information. BOOK BUDDIES
420-5653
County-wide free home book delivery program for qualifying
participants unable to get to the public library due to extended illness or disability.
PLANNING
CA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION PROCEDURAL SAFEGUARDS REFERRAL
SERVICE
(800) 926-0648 • www.cde.ca.gov/sp/se/fp/
Answers questions concerning special
education legal proceedings.
SELPA : Special Education Local Plan
Area
North County Contact: 466-5700
South County Contact: 786-2100 x2821
www.nsccselpa.org
Plans, implements and oversees Special Ed programs
in 10 school districts throughout the county. Call for information on local programs.
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