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Switzer Learning Center launches K–4 special needs program in Torrance with corporate, Rotary support
Summary
Switzer Learning Center announced a new kindergarten-through-fourth-grade special needs program in Torrance, funded in part by a $25,000 gift from Torrance Refining Company and a $2,500 donation from the Torrance Del Amo Rotary Club. The center said it is the first elementary-focused program it has offered in more than 15 years.
Switzer Learning Center announced the launch of a kindergarten-through-fourth-grade special needs program in Torrance, saying corporate and Rotary donations made the opening possible.
A Switzer Learning Center representative said, “We're really happy to launch our kindergarten through fourth grade special needs program here at Switzer Learning Center. This is the first time in over 15 years that we've been able to offer programming to elementary based students with special needs. Switzer Learning Center combines educational therapy with a child's academic needs and goals. Those 2 combined are the formula for success that we've used for almost 60 years in operation. We serve over 10 school districts throughout Greater LA.”
A Torrance Refining Company representative said the company provided funding to support the program. “So Torrance Refining Company was very generous in offering us a $25,000 gift to support this new programming. Without that support, we would not have been able to launch today,” the representative said. The representative also noted a separate donation: the Torrance Del Amo Rotary Club gave $2,500 to buy supplies and equipment used at the launch.
The Torrance Refining Company representative added, “There's always been a need for children in elementary school that have special needs to go to an environment where they can learn and be safe. And being able to add this program to their curriculum is is going to just make it a stronger organization. We're very pleased to be able to support them in this initiative. Education has always been an area where we have supported in the city of Torrance, and so we're happy that we're able to partner with them on this program.”
The announcement said the center serves students from more than 10 school districts across Greater Los Angeles and described the program as combining educational therapy with academic instruction. Details on enrollment, staffing, schedule and ongoing operating funding were not specified at the event.
