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Winchester unveils in-house early childhood special education program at John Kerr Elementary
Summary
Winchester Public Schools began an in-house early childhood special education (ECSE) program this school year, introducing full- and partial-day classes, itinerant services, and inclusive practices at John Kerr Elementary.
WINCHESTER, Va. — Winchester Public Schools presented the district’s new early childhood special education (ECSE) program to the school board on Tuesday, detailing classroom configurations, enrollment and supports and describing the program as an inclusive, in-district alternative to previously contracted services.
Dr. Mullins, who led the presentation, said the board approved planning for the ECSE program the prior December and staff moved rapidly: leadership and program development happened over months, with summer professional development and a first-day-of-school implementation in August. The…
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