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Miriam is the premier educational hub for children with learning differences in the St. Louis area. We empower unique learners by building confidence and a foundation for success at our K-12 school, as well as through our outreach programs. Our students’ challenges often include specific learning disabilities, ADHD, autism, speech/language disorders, anxiety and sensory processing differences.
Why Miriam?
Because not all great minds think alike. We meet students where they are, taking a strengths-based approach to a truly individualized education.
At Miriam, learning is intentional, collaborative and personalized, designed to meet the unique social, emotional, physical, and academic needs of each student.
Speech/Language and Occupational therapies are built right into each school day and are integrated throughout our curriculum to help the whole child develop and grow.
Miriam’s curriculum is designed to provide transition services to every K-12 student and their family with the goal of preparing them for life outside of Miriam.
Miriam fully embraces each student, celebrating the unique gifts and strengths he/she/they bring to our community and to this world.
Our learning center reaches more than 1,600 unique learners each year through its specialized services and partnerships.
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During the month of February, Miriam High School students studied up on Black history - and engaged in friendly competition with their peers - through a scavenger hunt created by teacher Karen Cross.
Yesterday, at the beginning of our Board Meeting, some children from Rooms One and Two did a fantastic job demonstrating a dancing brain break session for our Trustees. Later, one Trustee said what inspired her was noting the progress of one little girl.
Six Miriam High School students had the opportunity to explore diversity from all angles in late February, attending MICDS’ Student Diversity Conference. The conference, titled “Diversity in Motion: Unity on Every Loop,” was led by students, for students - from MICDS and five other area schools, including Miriam. The schools applied for the opportunity to attend.
On a recent visit to Miriam Lower/Middle School in Webster Groves, Mayor Laura Arnold had the opportunity to see firsthand the positive influence the school has on the community in Webster and beyond, and its dedication to serving unique learners in St. Louis.
At Miriam students in grades K-8 explore the forces of magnets not only for science but also as a hands-on way to understand social interactions. Miriam Lower/Middle School Counselor Janene Allen teaches students that depending on their behavior, others might be drawn to you - or they may want to stay away.
Miriam Lower/Middle School will soon have a new addition on its playground – and other new or updated occupational therapy equipment – thanks to a grant from the Missouri Athletic Club’s Charitable Society for Children (CSC) Grant.
On Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, my daughter Lucy and I had the privilege of visiting the Pearl Harbor National Memorial. We were among hundreds of people from around the world who had gathered to pay our respects and reflect on the sacrifices made for freedom and peace. Standing in that sacred space on a day dedicated to Dr. King’s legacy, during the week of the presidential inauguration, provided a powerful day of reflection.
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We knew Miriam was the right place for our daughter right away. She immediately connected with the other students, and was warmly welcomed by the teachers and staff. It was clear this was the high school for her.
Miriam Parent
We are finally in an environment where the staff ‘gets it.’ They understand that every child is a unique learner, and they work hard to cater to the needs of each child with individualized learning plans.
Miriam Parent
Miriam has not been just a game changer, but a life changer.
Miriam Parent
We absolutely loved our experience with Miriam School and Learning Center. My child had such a great bonding relationship with his therapist.
Miriam Learning Center Parent
I cannot say anything but positive comments about the staff at Miriam. I was supported in every way – from filling out forms, to knowing my child was totally cared for and respected for who he was.
Miriam Learning Center Parent
We are so grateful for Miriam’s partnership with our children’s school and for the service they provide.
Miriam Learning Center Parent