Special education administrators report rising caseloads, RISE program growth and district steps to systematize services

Feb 27, 2025

The district’s special education triad updated the board on a marked increase in preschool and school‑age special education placements, expansion of RISE programs, adoption of the TeachTown curriculum, a district special‑education committee and a drive to make executive‑functioning instruction districtwide.

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The Mineola Board of Education heard a substantive update on special education services, including rapid enrollment growth in preschool special education, expanded RISE (life‑skills) programming, a district‑wide committee to align supports and an effort to teach executive‑functioning skills across grades.

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