Southeastern Massachusetts Educational Collaborative: Alternative Learning Classroom: SMEC is a public education collaborative established serving Acushnet, Fairhaven, Marion, Mattapoisett, New Bedford, Rochester and Old Rochester Regional public schools in Massachusetts. The Collaborative's programs and services are locally based and locally directed and are designed to supplement the special education resources of its member districts. SMEC offers a variety of services for students with special needs aged 3-21 as well as adults with developmental disabilities. The Collaborative also offers professional development opportunities for educational staff. SMEC is a member of the Massachusetts Organization of Education Collaboratives.

2010 - 2011 SMEC Fall Programs Calendarshave been posted to our website. Click here for more information!

SMEC Adult Day Health Program. Located at 4238 Acushnet Avenue in New Bedford, the SMEC ADH program offers a full day program with fun and engaging activities in a community based setting, Monday through Friday. Hot lunch and door-to-door transportation are included. Click here for more information!