Seacoast Learning Collaborative

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51 Carlton E. Sockwell Way Newton NH 03858

Kathleen Harris, M.A. LCMHC Co-Director kharris@slconline.org

Patrice Chandler, M.S. Co-Director pchandler@slconline.org

Stephanie Wilson, Skills Clinical Coordinator

swilson@slconline.org

Abby Toigo, Skills Academic Coordinator

atoigo@slconline.org

Phone: 603.679.2021

Fax: 603.948.1027

Population Served:

Students with educational disabilities including: EBD, Specific Learning Disabilities, Autism, Developmental Delay, Intellectual Disabilities, Other Health Impairments, TBI, Multiple Disabilities, Speech and Language, as well as students with mental health diagnoses.

School Profile:

Gender:

M/F, transgender, non-binary

Approved grades:

1-12+

Number of days open:

180 School Days; Extended School Year Programming: •Skills: 8 weeks, M-F, 4 hours a day •Elem/MS/HS: 6 weeks, M-Th, 4 hours a day

Program:

Therapeutic Day Placement

Capacity:

High School/Middle/elementary: 60 students grades 1-12; Diploma Granting High School; Skills: ages 6-22, grades 1-12+

Location and Facilities:

51 Carlton E. Sockwell Way Newton NH 03858

Admissions Procedures:

School Districts initiate the referral and submits a referral packet; a tour/interview is scheduled with the parent/guardian, school district and student; a student visit/shadow day is set up; a placement meeting is held if accepted.

Programs and Services:

Seacoast Learning Collaborative is a therapeutic day program. SLC is a trauma informed school with focus on social emotional learning. Staff and services include: Certified Mental Health Counselors, Licensed School Social Workers and Certified School Guidance Counselors; Certified Special Educators, Art, Music and dance/movement therapists; High 5 adventure certified facilitators; Life Skills training, Individualized academic programs; transition planning; occupational therapy including yoga, mindfulness and relaxation activities; speech and language services; VLACS; vocational training; community based social skills training opportunities; School Resource Officer; Therapy animals

Additional Information:

ABLE: Adventure Based Learning Experience. Students participate in “challenge by choice” team building activities addressing communication, problem solving and social skills. Indoor climbing wall/other apparatus offers high/low elements challenges.

History and Philosophy:

Established in 1987 as a non-profit educational collaborative. Our philosophy is built upon the establishment of therapeutic relationships. We approach each student/family with unconditional positive regard. We see the challenges of any given day as teachable moments.

Updated January 28, 2026

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