From the Executive Director
Welcome, and thank you for taking the time to learn more about The Spire School.
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At Spire, we understand that every student’s story is unique. For some, school has been a place of growth and connection; for others, it has been filled with challenges that have affected confidence, engagement, or emotional well-being. Our goal is to meet students exactly where they are and help them rediscover stability, curiosity, and purpose; both in and beyond the classroom.
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Spire has always been a place for bright, capable students who face emotional or mental health barriers that make learning in a traditional setting difficult. Today, we’re expanding that commitment through a more clinically integrated model—one that intentionally combines rigorous academics with embedded therapeutic support throughout the school day.
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As both a clinician and educator, I believe lasting progress comes when academic and emotional goals are aligned. Our interdisciplinary team—teachers, counselors, and life coaches—works closely together to help students strengthen resilience, executive functioning, and social-emotional awareness while pursuing their academic potential.
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Our admissions process reflects this same philosophy. We take time to understand each student’s strengths, needs, and supports so that enrollment decisions are thoughtful and grounded in a true sense of fit. Whether you’re exploring Spire independently or through your school district, you’ll find a community dedicated to helping students learn, heal, and grow with care and intention.
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We look forward to meeting you and learning your story.
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Warm regards,
Tom
Tom Laudadio, LCSW
Executive Director
The Spire School
Admissions Process
Spire enrolls students on a rolling admissions basis. Students are welcome to apply to Spire anytime during the school year, be it for enrollment during the academic school year (September -June) or for our InSPIREd Summer Program (July).
If you have questions about the process, or would like to learn more, please complete the "Get In Touch" form below.
The Spire Journey
Transition is often a difficult time for adolescents because of the uncertainty of change. At The Spire School, we understand this and welcome the opportunity to embark upon a positive and constructive journey with our students. When a student is joining our community, our welcoming faculty and staff are committed to helping him/her settle in and begin to develop the confidence and competency needed to cope with life’s challenges.
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Spire is committed to supporting students throughout the duration of their time with us. As students near the successful conclusion of their program, the student’s team works to facilitate a smooth transition from Spire.
