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Graham Academy

School Info

Hours
Mon – Fri 8:15 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Grades
K-12

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Discover What Sets Graham Academy Apart

Our Learning Pathways

  • Spring: Instruction and Life Skills​

    Spring: Instruction and Life Skills​

    Students We Serve

    • Students with learning disabilities, autism, or communication delays
    • Learners preparing for adulthood with support needs in academics and life skills
    • Students who benefit from structured routines, repetition, and visuals
    Spring Student Profiles
  • Bloom: Functional Communication and Daily Living

    Bloom: Functional Communication and Daily Living

    Students We Serve

    • Students with significant cognitive and/or physical impairments who are nonverbal or minimally verbal
    • Learners who need close support with communication, transitions, and self-care
    • Students who thrive in calm, structured, sensory-friendly environments
    Bloom Student Profiles
  • Academic and Behavioral Support

    Academic and Behavioral Support

    We cultivate learning environments where instruction aligns with industry standards and district-specific curriculum requirements and ongoing support encourages prosocial behavior inside and outside the classroom.

  • Graduation and Postsecondary Readiness

    Graduation and Postsecondary Readiness

    No matter where a student’s unique learning journey leads, SESI helps prepare them for the next step—whether that’s graduation, vocational school, or job training.

  • Individualized Student Support

    Individualized Student Support

    We are passionate about fostering all facets of growth—academic, behavioral, and emotional—ensuring students are nurtured as a whole person and develop the skills they need to achieve rewarding futures.

  • Tailored Programs

    Tailored Programs

    We carefully assess unique student needs and then craft personalized programs that allow each student to reach their full potential—academically, socially, and emotionally. Progress is continuously monitored, ensuring key milestones are met and celebrated.

Meet Our Team

  • Corey serves as the Education Director at The Graham Academy Kingston and Luzerne, a K-12 center-based special education program for students living with autism and emotional challenges. Corey began his journey with The Graham Academy in 2015 as a teacher assistant. Through his dedication to student success and passion for inclusive education, he advanced to roles as a classroom teacher and later as the special education coordinator before stepping into his current leadership position.

    Corey holds a Pennsylvania teaching certificate in special education and brings a wealth of classroom and administrative experience to his work. His focus remains on building strong instructional practices, supporting staff development, and ensuring that every student at The Graham Academy receives an individualized, meaningful education.

What People Are Saying

Across our schools and programs, we’re proud to partner with families, educators, and district leaders to support student success. Hear firsthand how our collaborative approach, experienced staff, and commitment to individualized education are making a lasting impact in classrooms and communities.

  • The program is excellent! They really help my child accomplish a lot of things. I could not praise them enough.

    Bobby G.

Events & Stories

  • The Graham Academy Named Best of the Best 2025 Winner

    We are proud to share that the Graham Academy has been named the gold winner for Best Special Education Facility category in…
    March 26, 2025
  • Graham Academy Students Honored in Wilkes-Barre

    WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — April is World Autism Awareness Month. To celebrate, the City of Wilkes-Barre honored five students…
    April 30, 2024
  • Graham Academy Students Publish Book on “What Kindness Means to Us”

    The Graham Academy Students Become Published Authors Eight students at The Graham Academy, a special education elementary school for students…
    March 31, 2023

Resources

  • 20 Days of Fun and Learning ESY 2025

    Highlights from Our Extended School Year (ESY) The Extended School Year (ESY) was packed with learning, laughter, and unforgettable fun!…
  • Donuts, Diplomas, and Determination: Celebrating Summer Graduates

    Summer School Becomes a Second Chance for Excel Students For a group of students from Excel Academies of Philadelphia, this…
  • Mary Rico, SESI’s 2025 Teacher of the Year, featured on Fox 2 San Francisco

    Celebrating an Incredible Educator: Mary Rico Named 2025 Teacher of the Year We’re thrilled to congratulate Mary Rico, an extraordinary…

FAQ’s

  • SESI schools serve students with a wide range of special education needs, including emotional, behavioral, developmental, and learning challenges. We support students who need a more structured, individualized educational environment to succeed. Our schools are designed to help K–12 students with IEPs (Individualized Education Programs) reach their academic, social, and emotional goals through personalized instruction, positive behavior supports, and a safe, supportive setting.

  • Parents can expect a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment where their child’s individual needs are understood and addressed. SESI schools partner closely with families and school districts to provide customized academic instruction, behavior support, and related services. Regular communication, goal setting, and progress monitoring ensure that families stay informed and engaged in their child’s success.

  • The next step is to contact us to schedule a tour of our school. This will give you the opportunity to meet our team, explore our facilities, and learn more about how we can support your child.

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