Special Subjects are a major component of a well-rounded education for all students, not just those on the Autism Spectrum. At Higashi, art, music, communication and physical education provide a chance for all students to develop as learners, challenge themselves, build self-esteem, and acquire a focus that often carries over into classroom learning.
Special Subjects
Music
Music is motivating. As students develop an appreciation of music, they learn experientially about harmony, rhythm, and creating a beautiful connection with others.
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Visual Arts
Visual Arts foster self-expression, creativity and an appreciation of the beauty of art and our world. The process of creating leads to a greater awareness of the creations of others, and to a heightened sensitivity to one’s surroundings.
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Physical Education
Physical Education helps to establish an appropriate “rhythm of life” in eating, sleeping, and motivation to learn. The curriculum is comprehensive, addressing the development of physical fitness, and lifetime skills and interests.
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Culinary
All students at Boston Higashi School Residential Program participate in Culinary Art Classes. The lessons for the younger division students are focused on “Basic Baking Skills” and “Fun”. When students move up to older divisions, they begin to learn to fix their dinner.
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Communication
Communication skills and language acquisition are integral parts of Boston Higashi School’s educational philosophy, Daily Life Therapy®. Here at the Boston Higashi School, a total communication approach is embedded within our educational philosophy and curriculum of Daily Life Therapy®.
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