Special Education

The DCE Special Education Department is committed to providing an innovative and equitable learning environment with the goal of developing knowledgeable, productive, caring, creative, responsible individuals with disabilities prepared to meet the challenges of an ever-changing global society.

D.C. Everest Special Education Department

Vision

The D.C. Everest Area School District Special Education Department, in partnership with administration, staff and the community, is committed to providing an innovative and equitable learning environment with the goal of developing knowledgeable, productive, caring, creative, responsible individuals with disabilities prepared to meet the challenges of an ever-changing global society.

Mission

Misson

Provide an educational experience for students with disabilities that values:

high expectations for ALL
standards based learning & grading
a diverse and expansive continuum of services
free and appropriate public education (FAPE)
individual needs of each student
specially designed instruction (SDI)
appropriate accommodations & modifications
least restrictive learning environment (LRE)
responsive interventions
meaningful inclusive classroom experiences (i.e. co-teaching)
culturally responsive practices
growth in student self-determination, self-advocacy & independence
opportunities for vocational training and paid employment experiences
high quality professional development
community partnerships
positive relationships between students, families, staff and administration
trauma sensitive practices
universal design for learning
progress monitoring
State and Federal laws