WorkShops

Students with mild to moderate disabilities receive explicit and direct instruction in reading, writing, math, executive functioning, self-regulation, etc.  Licensed special education teachers provide direct services both in and out of the general education classroom.  Tutors and/or assistants provide supplemental support.

Speech and language services, pragmatic language support, social skills, counseling, occupational therapy, physical therapy, vision services, behavioral services, educational audiology, assistive technology, transportation, etc. are available to eligible students in any Learning Center, as needed. 

Each grade level at the middle school is staffed with 2 special education teachers who provide workshop services.  Additionally, there are tutors and assistants to provide in-class and other support to students. 

ACCESS

ACCESS provides therapeutic programming for students who present with a variety of mental health challenges including significant anxiety, depression, school avoidance, mood disorders and social skill challenges.  The program provides students with a therapeutic milieu in a safe and supportive environment.

There is a significant amount of individual and group counseling associated with this program.  Speech and language services, pragmatic language support, social skills, occupational therapy, physical therapy, vision services, behavioral services, educational audiology, assistive technology, transportation, etc. are available to eligible students in the ACCESS program, as needed. 

This program is supported by a lead teacher, trained tutors, BCBA,  and an adjustment counselor.

Connections

The program provides inclusive middle school experiences to students with significant and complex profiles including significant Autism, cognitive, neurological, and/or communication disabilities. In addition to functional academics, students will receive instruction in daily living skills, social skills, and pre-vocational skills. 

Speech and language services, pragmatic language support, social skills, counseling, occupational therapy, physical therapy, vision services, behavioral services, educational audiology, assistive technology, transportation, etc. are available to eligible students in the Connections program, as needed.

The Connections Program is supported by a lead teacher, trained assistants and/or tutors, a speech pathologist, psychologist, occupational therapist, and BCBA.  

Literacy and Beyond (LAB)

Students with significant language-based disabilities, including dyslexia, are supported through this program.  Students receive explicit and direct reading and writing instruction and executive functioning support content areas may require modifications to allow successful access to the curriculum.  The district collaborates with Landmark Outreach to provide support and ongoing professional development for all working within this program. 

Speech and language services, pragmatic language support, social skills, counseling, occupational therapy, physical therapy, vision services, behavioral services, educational audiology, assistive technology, transportation, etc. are available to eligible students in the LAB Program, as needed. 

The program is staffed by a lead special education teacher and tutors.  General education teachers or “partner teachers”,  are connected to the program to provide skilled instruction during inclusionary opportunities.