Beyond the Spectrum Education Center

Mariposa Program

An Elementary school program for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.  Utilizing the only evidence based practices of Applied Behavior Analysis, the Mariposa program offers children an individualized education program in a low ratio school environment.  This program has a strong focus on education through life skills and community based interventions. 

The Mariposa Program is supervised by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and our staff is highly trained in implementing behavior programs.  Our environment is parent-friendly and we encourage strong parent involvement.

Grades:  Pre-Kindergarten through 12th Grade

Hours of Operation:  8:30 to 2:30pm, Monday through Friday

Location:  7037 Professional Parkway, Sarasota FL  34240

*McKay participating school, funding may be available to eligible students.

Currently Accepting Enrollment Applications.  Please contact us for more information.

Monarch Academy

An Elementary Program designed for children with Asperger's, High Functioning Autism, ADD, ADHD and General Behavioral Disorders.  The Monarch Program is designed to meet the Sunshine State Standards for education, however also implements cognitive behavioral therapeutic intervention within the curriculum. 

The goal of this program is to assist children with emotional and social development as well as providing strong academics.  The Monarch Program utilizes techniques developed by Dr. Tony Attwood and Michele Garcia Winner, both Internationally recognized for their work utilizing Cognitive Behavior therapy for children diagnosed with Aspergers and High Functioning Autism. 

Grades: Kindergarten through 5th

Hours of Operation:  8:30 to 2:30 pm Monday through Friday

Location:  7037 Professional Parkway, Sarasota FL  34240

*McKay participating program, funding may be available to eligible students

For more information or for an enrollment application please contact us at (941) 907-3443 or btscenter@yahoo.com