Special Education
Support Staff
Name Position Email
Mrs. Avila Inst. Assistant Email
Mrs. Boen-Padilla Behaviorist Email
Mrs. Callagy Behaviorist Email
Mr. Casteneda Inst. Assistant Email
Mr. Davis Inst. Assistant Email
Mrs. Gonzales Psychologist
Mrs. Gover Speech Language Email
Mr. Gutierrez Inst. Assistant Email
Mrs. Jackson Inst. Assistant Email
Mrs. Maxwell Speech Language Email
Mrs. Martinez Bilingual Clerical Specialist Email
Mr. Palos Inst. Assistant Email
Mrs. Parrent Inst. Assistant Email
Mrs. Phillips Inst. Assistant Email
Mrs. Vinsant Inst. Assistant Email
Mrs. West Inst. Assistant Email
Special Education Mission
The purpose of our department is to provide quality instruction for the students with special needs. This will be accomplished by using the most modern curriculum available. We will focus on student advocacy, keep abreast of current trends, adhere to legal mandates, provide a support system for each other, and be accountable for successful completion of our mission.
Special Education Programs
Resource Specialist Program:
Program for learning disabled students in reading, math and study skills while mainstreamed in general courses.
Special Day Class Program:
Curriculum in a self-contained setting focusing on reading, math, life skills and vocational education.
Autism Program:
The Autism Classes are designed to meet the needs of students having Autism Spectrum Disorders. A variety of research-based methodologies are the basis for the teaching strategies used. Curriculum and instruction include functional academics, daily living skills, social skills development, and school and community integration with an emphasis on communication and behavior management.