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WELCOME TO THE ESE INFORMATION SITE

ESE MISSION STATEMENT:

To create a framework upon which schools/zones can build a collaborative structure of support services that promotes student achievement and encourages personal growth.

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EXTENDED SCHOOL YEAR FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES For many years, the Broward Country School District offered summer school that was open to all exceptional students with disabilities. In 1999-2000 the Florida Legislature changed the way summer school was funded. This action modified the method in which the district provided summer school for all students. In order to meet requirements of (the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act 9IDEA), the district developed guidelines to help determine if students with disabilities need extended school year services.

WHAT IS ESY?

Its services are...

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provided beyond the regular school year calendar

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related to specific goals in a student's individual educational plan (IEP)

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varied in type, intensity, location, and inclusion of related services and length of time depending on student's needs

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determined by the IEP committee at annual review or interim meeting

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designed for ESE students who regress and need more time to regain skills than their non-disabled classmates

HOW IS THE NEED FOR ESY DETERMINED?

Data and/or documentation show the likelihood...

  1. of significant or substantial regression

  2. that emerging critical life skills will be significantly impacted

  3. that behavior related to the disability will be significantly impacted

  4. that previously learned critical life skills/goals will be significantly impacted... without extended school year services.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SUMMER SCHOOL AND ESY? Summer School:

  1. Eligibility is based on criteria set by the district.

  2. Students, including those with disabilities, attend if they meet criteria established by the school system.

  3. Summer school curriculum for all students is provided based on the eligibility criteria and focus for instruction.

  4. Dates are determined by the district

EXTENDED SCHOOL YEAR

  1. Determination is based on whether skills would be significantly jeopardized if ESY services are not provided.

  2. IEP Committee determines need for each student individually.

  3. Services may be different than those services provided throughout the year.

  4. Initiation and duration is determined for each student. If you have any questions regarding ESY, please call me at 384 5150.

EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION GRADUATION OPTIONS

Here is a brief list of differences between STANDARD DIPLOMA and SPECIAL DIPLOMA OPTIONS:

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STANDARD 25 credits, including ALGEBRA Regular and/or ESE Equivalent Courses 2.0 cumulative grade-point average Mastery of Sunshine State Student Performance Standards Passing score on Florida Comprehensive Achievement Test (FCAT)

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SPECIAL DIPLOMA 25 credits Sunshine State Standards for Special Diploma 2.0 cumulative grade-point average Alternate/Modified Curriculum offered through ESE Non-equivalent Courses BEFORE MATRICULATION TO HIGH SCHOOL MEETINGS ARE HELD, WE WILL SEND MORE INFORMATION TO PARENTS REGARDING DIPLOMA OPTIONS. If you have any questions, please call me at 384 5150.

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