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Board hears plan to expand special-education supports, including consultant-teacher and new class configurations
Summary
Superintendent and Dr. Liz Kennedy outlined expansions to Carmel Central's special-education continuum (PACE, Bridge program), proposed consultant-teacher supports K'12, subject-based elementary delivery, and new small-group class models; trustees pressed for data and implementation details.
At the April 22 board meeting the Carmel Central School District presented a multi-part plan to expand its special-education continuum and adjust how supports are delivered across grade levels.
Dr. Liz Kennedy described existing programs and proposed changes. She said PACE (Personal Academic and Community Experience) serves eligible students ages 5'1 and focuses on functional academics and community-based instruction. The Bridge program, she said, serves grades 7'12 with smaller classes, weekly group counseling and vocational…
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