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It’s with great honor that we invite you to join us in congratulating The Foundation Schools Graduating Class of 2022! Starting at the beginning of their journeys, each student arrived at The Foundation Schools with unique social and emotional struggles that prevented them from being able to succeed in their home school. Today, they are…

Supporters of The Foundation Schools, For 32 years I have had the honor and privilege of witnessing the courage and determination of our students and our staff. Although it is a difficult decision, I have decided to retire from my position as Director of Communications and Development. My last day will be the most important…

Our students are transitioning to their next steps while navigating the challenges the pandemic has created for post-graduation life. Although their emotional disabilities can put them at a disadvantage when entering the competitive workforce, we know with support they can accomplish great things. Help us pave the way forward by being a contributor to the…

During the pandemic, 55% of children felt sad, depressed, or unhappy. To let them know you care you can become a champion for mental health by participating alongside The Foundation Schools and the Maryland campaign Children’s Mental Health Matters! For over 20 years, the Maryland Health Association and Maryland Coalition of Families have partnered with…

Maintaining good grades can be a challenge for students struggling with an emotional disability, financial insecurity, and other obstacles that create barriers to their success.  Distance learning impacted our students’ ability to re-engage and focus in the classroom. Luckily, our PBIS system is here to help! Positive behavior interventions and supports is a multi-tiered framework…

According to the Autistic Self Advocacy Network, acceptance is an action. And the Autism Society of America says “While we will always work to spread awareness, words matter as we strive for autistic individuals to live fully in all areas of life. As many individuals and families affected by autism know, acceptance is often one…

Take a look at what our three schools have accomplished together so far this school year!  Click to read the 2022 Spring Newsletter.

We are recruiting for more SUPERHEROES to join our team and help us transform the lives of our students. For over 47 years, our dedicated staff has helped students build skills to succeed in school and life. We are excited to offer new openings for special education teachers, program therapists/social workers, and dedicated aides. Apply…

How we came together this holiday season- As the year is winding down, we are so overwhelmed by the kindness you have shown our students in need this holiday season. Our students live with significant disadvantages: 100% are diagnosed with an emotional disability or autism, and more than 80% live in poverty. Gratefully, your support…

Thank you for joining us along the way during the 2020-2021 school year. Beginning last fall during distance learning and through hybrid learning in the spring, our students and schools accomplished so much. Now, as we continue in-person learning and Move Forward Together, we reflect on the novel year it truly was. Together, we witnessed…