The founders of the school made the philosophical commitment to focus on abilities rather than disabilities. The school has formed numerous bridges between the gifted, special and regular educational programs. The Havern Center provides a highly successful educational program of individually tailored, specialized education for elementary aged students with Learning Disabilities. It uses a multisensory integrative approach to learning. The Summit Camp is for boys and girls with Learning Disabilities, specifically ADD, or mild emotional problems.
Children enjoy activities such as tennis, basketball, watersports and creative arts.
They are also involved in activities designed to improve their study skills and increase their ability to excercise sound judgement in every day life. The camp focuses on positive self-concept and behaviors. The games and activities are developed to have fun and not as competition. Uses the Orton-Gillingham method for children with Learning Disabilities. This method of teaching is for those who have not been able to acquire basic skills through traditional methods.