Hill Top Academy/CAIU
Champions for Children Therapy Dog Program
Hill Top Academy
Hill Top Academy is a K-12 school operated by the Capital Area Intermediate Unit (CAIU) and located in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. Currently, there are 20 classes at Hill Top that represent several programs providing services to students in emotional support, Capital Area Therapeutic Educational Services (CATES), multiple disabilities support, autism support, and the diagnostic classroom. We maintain a safe and supportive learning environment designed to support each student’s unique individual needs. Our students come to us from school districts throughout Dauphin, Cumberland, Perry and Northern York Counties.
We inspire our students to achieve their highest potential through an integrated therapeutic learning environment utilizing research based strategies and data driven interventions. We provide an individual plan in a structured environment where differences are nurtured and valued. In partnership with caregivers, school districts and the community, we develop trust, accountability and communication skills to prepare our students for their futures.
Meet our Amazing Therapy Dogs!
Lucy
Belle
Hello everyone! My name is Belle. I have the best job in the world! I spend my days at Hill Top Academy with all the amazing students. During the school day the students give me treats when I follow directions. They also pet me and walk with me outside. Many days I help Mrs. West work with students in the occupational therapy room. Sometimes the students even brush me! My other favorite task during the school day is making students that are sad or mad happy again.
At the end of my work day I go home and play with my two golden siblings. We run around the yard chasing each other and balls. I also love to sit in my favorite chair and think about all the great students and staff that I spend my days with at Hill Top Academy.
Stanley
I have a rescue dog and 2 human siblings at home. I love my job at Hill Top and feel it is a privilege to work with all of the students.
What are the benefits of therapy dogs?
- They help to promote a positive school culture
- Therapy dogs can be utilized in managing student behaviors
- Therapy dogs create a learning environment that engages students, families, and stakeholders within the learning process
- By creating a strong therapy dog program, we can help to "Be Great," and share our research and success with our partnering school districts
- We are "Changing the Lives," of our students each day by creating an enriching environment that promotes academic and behavioral success by exposure to the therapy dogs.
Thank you!
We greatly appreciate your consideration and kindness in supporting the Champions for Children Therapy Dog Program! Your contribution provides endless “Pawsiblities” for our students!
Hill Top Academy
Email: kherman@caiu.org
Website: www.caiu.org
Location: 405 East Winding Hill Road, Mechanicsburg, PA, USA
Phone: 7177328484