RCS Behavioral & Educational Consulting Celebrating 25 Years
Local Leader in Implementing Scientifically Validated Teaching Has Served Nearly 3000 Children Diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Woburn, MA (June 30, 2022) – Realizing Children’s Strengths today announced the RCS Behavioral & Educational Consulting 25th anniversary and upcoming plans to continue to expand its services to children and families across Massachusetts. Founded in 1997, the organization has served nearly 3000 children from over 100 cities and towns. RCS has provided services to children in need of behavioral and educational developmental support.
1 in 44 children are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder each year. Nearly two-thirds of children with autism between the ages of 6 and 15 have been bullied, and over 80% of adults with autism are unemployed. Autism affects countless children and families in the Commonwealth.
A Milestone in Supporting Autism and Developmental Disabilities
RCS focuses on supporting children in gaining independence and learning lifelong skills. “I cannot believe RCS has operated for 25 years! RCS helped me become more independent and taught me to improve my communication skills. I now work at Duck Tours and at Lasell Village, I travel, and I am part of a community singing group,” said 25-year-old Stefano Micali, a former RCS student who was three years old when he first began receiving services from RCS.
“ASD affects all ethnic and socioeconomic groups. I am incredibly proud of our staff of dedicated therapists and educators who have supported our children and families for the past 25 years.”
Looking Ahead to the Future of Behavioral Consulting
Looking to the future of the company RCS will deepen its commitment to local communities through continuing its four main services. These critical services include: home services, early intervention, an Early Childhood Center, and an Integrated Preschool Program. The RCS Behavioral & Educational Consulting 25th anniversary milestone reflects the company’s history of having served the community. As a mid-level employer, RCS has provided clinical training for over 500 employees seeking a career in behavior analysis. It has also implemented a continuing education graduate school program and tuition reimbursement program for employees through partnerships with Simmons College and other institutions of higher education.
RCS Behavioral and Educational Consulting began a one-of-a-kind inclusive preschool program in 2014. The Rising Stars Integrated Preschool Program serves children ages 3-6 within its sister company, Mini-Miracles Early Education & Childcare Center. All students who attend the integrated preschool program are accompanied by a 1:1 Behavior Therapist and receive supervision and oversight from a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) as well as an Inclusion Facilitator.
“ASD affects all ethnic and socioeconomic groups. I am incredibly proud of our staff of dedicated therapists and educators who have supported our children and families for the past 25 years,” said Denise Rizzo-Ranieri, President and Co-Founder of RCS Behavioral and Educational Consulting. “Consistency and quality of services is incredibly important for children with autism and we are grateful to have served the community for over two decades.”
About RCS
RCS Behavioral & Educational Consulting provides a variety of direct, consultative, and training services to schools, agencies, families, and individuals with developmental disabilities, infant to adult. Applied Behavior Analysis is the major treatment modality employed by RCS, with an emphasis on the Verbal Behavior approach to teach communication. Our Clinical Team of Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and other experts in the field, support and guide parents and educators through our teaching procedures.
Realizing Children’s Strengths (RCS) was founded in 1997 to provide the highest quality of individualized behavioral and educational services for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other developmental disabilities. We believe that every child has unique skills and we are dedicated to helping each child develop these skills and reach their full potential. RCS is committed to providing the highest quality of individualized, educational services consisting of scientifically validated teaching procedures and highly trained staff.