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Special Education

The mission of the Pupil Services Department, in active partnership with school staff, parents and the community, is to assist students in developing to their highest individual potentials through a system of well defined services and programs which supports and enhances the learning environment, fosters resiliency, promotes personal and social responsibility.

Goals

To assist STUDENTS in developing:

  • communication skills
  • critical thinking skills
  • decision making skills
  • vocational skills

To strengthen FAMILY involvement through:

  • improved communication between family and school
  • support parents in understanding their child's development

To assist SCHOOL STAFF in developing:

  • positive school climate
  • understanding child development
  • prevention programs
  • intervention programs

To collaborate with COMMUNITY resources:

  • to help students achieve their highest potential (academic, vocational and personal)
  • by serving as liaisons between schools and community agencies