MOHEGAN LAKE, N.Y., Aug. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- At Shrub Oak International School and The Pines at Shrub Oak, education for autistic students takes many shapes—inside classrooms, across campus, and even on the school's vibrant farm. As part of Shrub Oak's innovative, holistic curriculum, the campus farm plays a powerful role in blending academics, therapy, and real-world life skills to help each student grow with confidence.
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