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Special education, McKinney‑Vento and Logos program discussed as district leaders weigh expansion and service needs
Summary
The district presented special education counts, TeachTown pre/post results and McKinney‑Vento totals; staff and trustees discussed program capacity and whether the Logos pull‑out program should expand to lower grades.
Richmond Community Schools’ special education director presented identification counts and program outcomes on March 6 and the Board discussed capacity questions for the district’s Logos pull‑out program and transportation needs for students experiencing homelessness.
Key figures and programs - Identification: the district reported about 1,355 students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), a figure that includes speech‑only services and represents roughly 28% of the district population as presented. The director said the count fluctuates day to day ("somewhere between 1,300 and 1,400"). - Section 504 plans: the district reported about 119 students receiving 504 accommodations. - English learners: the district reported roughly…
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