1. EXTENSIVE ON-SITE SUPPORT SYSTEM
Resource personnel are readily available in-house for
ease of collaboration in all the disciplines, including,
physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy,
behavior support, nursing coordination, a social worker ORANGE GROVE CENTER
and nutrition, in order for all teaching staff to be well- Children’s Services
Orange Grove Center
immersed in the nuances of providing comprehensive 615 Derby Street
Children’s Services
supports for students with intellectual and developmen-
tal disabilities.
Chattanooga, TN 37404
REGISTERED NURSE AND LPNS With certifica- (423) 493-2947 DIRECT LINE
tions in developmental disabilities in all locations, (423) 493-2926 FAX
including transportation and off-site programming,
in order to meet the most stringent of health-related
guidelines.
ON-SITE MEDICAL AND DENTAL CLINIC
With a full-time physician and dentist, specializing in
treating persons with developmental disabilities.
EXTENSIVE VOCATIONAL TRAINING AND
PLACEMENT Which includes both on and off cam-
pus work-based training, utilizing the vast experience
and community partnerships, which Orange Grove has
accumulated over the years in order to provide the best
possible vocational experiences for students in special
education.
EMERGENCY RESPITE SERVICES
Referrals accepted to provide intermittent residential
services through OGC’s network of 24-hour supervi-
sion services. “This program is funded (in part) by the Tennessee Division
of Intellectual Disability Services, Tennessee Department of
UNIVERSITY AFFILIATIONS Health, Tennessee Division of Rehabilitation Services, United
Special Education majors participate in a nationally ac- Way of Hamilton County, Hamilton County Government,
HCDE, USDA, TDOT, Tennessee Council on Developmental
claimed university “embedded” program with involve-
Disabilities and many private contributors.
ment in multi-disciplinary research collaborations.
Under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, federal
Orange Grove Center’s school program is
law protects individuals from discrimination. Facilities,
approved on an annual basis by: programs and services sponsored by Orange Grove Center
are available to all eligible persons regardless of race, color,
national origin, age, sex or disability.
as a:
Category 1
Special Education
Non-Graded School
2. Services provided exclusively by
Orange Grove Children’s Services
ENRICHMENT SERVICES(With programs
SERVICES(With
and activities designed specifically for students
with developmental disabilities.)
Art, Music and multi-sensory environment ser-
vices are provided on a rotation basis.
Assistive technology lab, Sensory Gym, virtual
interaction kinetic experience, swimming,
Orange Grove Center pre-dates other agencies Each classroom is under the instruction of a certi- recreational therapy, and therapeutic riding are
as one of the first local providers of educational fied spe
special education teacher. scheduled per individual, per classroom, and/or
services to individuals with intellectual and devel- student interest.
opmental disabilities. Depending on student’s skill level, the lowest
student caseload per classroom is five students Chorus, Choir and Dance ensembles are avail-
Since 1953, the center has served students of vary- (medically fragile) to nine students. able through auditions. Glee Club and Dance
ing abilities and disabilities ranging in age from five class are available upon request. The Rhythmic
to 22 years. The number of classroom assistants assigned to Arts Project (T.R.A.P.) is based upon availabil-
teachers and students depends on overall student ity.
Children’s Services serves individuals with the fol- skill level and abilities, program involvement,
lowing disabilities: classroom structure and safety. Several classrooms Water Ballet and a workout dance class are
have one to three assistants assigned to support the available on alternating weeks to anyone inter-
• Intellectual and developmental disabilities overall daily schedule. ested.
• Genetic syndromes, including Down Syndrome,
Fragile X, Williams Syndrome, Prader-Willi Syn- We are currently a special, year-round day school Special Olympics (swimming, basketball,
drome receiving funding from several local education bowling, summer and winter games) are avail-
• Cerebral Palsy agencies and private contributors. able for those interested. Participants must
• Organic brain disorders obtain a Special Olympic physical.
• Metabolic and mitochondrial disorders
• Autism spectrum disorders The EDUcarium™ at Orange Grove is a YEAR-ROUND SCHOOL Open 225 days,
• Communication impairments novel approach to lifespan learning, which Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Sensory processing disorders incorporates both an innovative educational
• Maladaptive behavior milieu with adaptive socialization and voca-
• Social skill deficits tional opportunities in the community.
• Neuromotor disorders
• Orthopedic impairments
