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Board hears Special Services update highlighting growth in one-to-one supports and inclusion efforts
Summary
District Special Services leaders told the board that students receiving services have grown 14.4% over five years, one-to-one supports rose from seven to 102, and LRE placement is now about 63%, prompting staffing and training plans to support inclusion and student independence.
Stevens Creek Principal Matt Pewitt opened the district presentation and Executive Director Jeff Jorgensen told the Lake Stevens School District Board that special education enrollments and individualized support needs have increased substantially.
"Wehave seen a 14.4% increase over five years," Jorgensen said, and noted that placements in the least restrictive environment are "now at approximately 63%," which the department is balancing against student outcomes and staffing capacity.
Special Services Director Keri Joseph…
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