Special Education Programs We Value Differences

The Special Education Commitment

Jordan School District educators are committed to the challenge of providing an appropriate education for every student. To meet this challenge, a wide range of services, program options, and curriculum alternatives are available to students whose education needs cannot be met without specialized instruction in the regular classroom.

An Individualized Education Program For Every Student

IDEA requires that schools and parents share the responsibility in designing a program that meets the unique educational needs of each student. This program is outlined in an individualized education program (IEP).

A Full Continuum of Services

Jordan School District supports the philosophy that students with disabilities should be educated in the least restrictive environment with their non-disabled peers to the maximum extent appropriate. A Continuum of Services is available which provides a variety of program options for students. This continuum includes the following:

CONSULTATION: a service pattern in which special educators or related service providers work with the general education classroom teacher offering specialized teaching techniques, support, and assistance for the student with a disability in the general education classroom.

RESOURCE PROGRAM: programs within each local school which provide specialized instruction for students with disabilities. Students may receive instruction in the regular classroom from a member of the special education team or may receive instruction directly in a resource classroom for part of their school day.

SELF-CONTAINED PROGRAMS/CLUSTERS: classrooms which provide more intensive special education services to students with moderate and severe disabilities. Students are integrated into regular education activities to the greatest extent appropriate.

HOME AND HOSPITAL: instruction available for students who are unable to attend school due to physical illness, injury or serious emotional problems.