• Visions Elementary @ Paramus, located in barrier-free Ridge Ranch and Memorial Schools in Paramus, serves students K - 4th with physical and/or multiple disabilities.  Children are taught in a supportive yet challenging environment designed to maximize inclusion opportunities in a traditional elementary school setting. Therapeutic and Assistive Technology supports are provided to optimize student participation and success.

     



A Message from the Principal

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    Welcome to the 2025-2026 School Year!! 

    It is my pleasure to welcome you to the VISIONS Integrated Elementary Program located in the barrier-free Ridge Ranch and Memorial Elementary Schools in Paramus. Our innovative program for students with multiple disabilities affords children in grades K - 4, the opportunity to learn in an inclusive environment. Alongside their grade-level peers, students receive the intensive instructional adaptations, assistive technology, augmentative communication, and environmental supports they need to ensure academic success in a typical school setting. Our ultimate goal is for each student to work to his/her potential, while still feeling part of a school community.

    Our curriculum is aligned to the grade-level New Jersey Student Learning Standards. Instruction is provided by highly-trained and experienced staff, who work collaboratively with the general education faculty to ensure an optimum educational program for each and every student. In addition to academic subjects, students receive speech, occupational, and physical therapy, as dictated by the IEP.  Our students are provided with all the supports needed so that their every-day school experiences allow them to be full members of our school community. Please contact us for additional information.

    Grisel Espinosa

    Principal - Visions Paramus Programs

    griesp@bergen.org

Program Features

  • ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY

    Students in our Visions Paramus Programs benefit from cutting-edge educational assistive technology. With online access to innovative literacy and math platforms, they engage in interactive lessons that are not only effective but also enjoyable. Our dedicated BCSS Assistive Technology Team collaborates closely with teachers and students to ensure consistent access to the full curriculum—both in our Visions classrooms and in general education settings. 

    INCLUSION OPPORTUNITIES

    All Visions students take part in inclusive general education experiences. These opportunities may include special area classes such as Art, Music, Physical Education, STEM, and Dance, as well as core academic subjects—promoting both social and academic growth across a variety of settings.

    SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING

    As part of our curriculum and commitment to students’ emotional development, Visions Paramus students take part in Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) lessons. These lessons help students build the knowledge and skills needed to understand and manage emotions, form healthy relationships, and make responsible decisions—both in school and in everyday life.

Our Locations

  • Visions at Memorial Elementary School

    203 E Midland Ave

    Paramus, NJ 07652

     

    Visions at Ridge Ranch Elementary School

    345 Sherwood Drive

    Paramus, NJ. 07652

     

    Principal: Grisel Espinosa, griesp@bergen.org

    Main Office: 201-343-6000 x6565

     

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