Special Education

Special Education programs support those students identified through the Planning and Placement Team (PPT) process as having a disability defined by I.D.E.A. Special Education programs help students access the regular education curriculum while supporting each student’s individual needs as identified in the student's Individual Education Plan (I.E.P.). Students receiving special education services are determined eligible for services until exit criteria is met or as determined by the P.P.T. process. Special Education programs at East Lyme High School assist students in recognizing their unique individual abilities and learning styles, encourage each student to become independent life-long learners, and assists each student’s transition from East Lyme High School to higher education and/or career opportunities.

Skill Building, Credits by arrangement

Resource room and behavior management programs are available to students identified as having special needs. Course content and credit are determined by the needs of the student. Skill building courses help prepare students for success in high school and for post-secondary education and/or employment. Students may obtain information about special education programs, eligibility, or the referral process from

their counselor.