At Friendship Forest, we value communication as a powerful tool for self-development and meaningful relationships. We understand the variety of communication styles and are committed to supporting our students in learning effective ways of communicating without harming their sense of identity. Our teachers are trained to identify the messages behind behaviors and to use several vocal and non-vocal communication techniques.

Our English Language Arts curriculum is based on Georgia Standards of Excellence (GSE) and the Wilson Reading System for students requiring an approach specific to dyslexia. We work directly with the families and consult with speech and occupational therapists to develop the most effective early literacy individual plans that will benefit the students uniquely. We also incorporate a variety of segments in English, such as literature, creative writing, and research work, to teach students to think critically.