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District highlights modified P.E. program for special-education students

Santiam Canyon School Board of Directors · February 11, 2026

Summary

Staff described a modified physical-education class that integrates four special-education students with about 25 general-education students; district has 102 special-education students and staff cited scheduling as a primary barrier to expansion.

The board’s educational spotlight featured a modified P.E. program introduced last school year and expanded this year at Santiam Jr./Sr. High School.

Jess Rist, the district director of student services, introduced Clint Forste, SJSHS P.E. and health teacher, who said the program currently includes four special-education students participating alongside roughly 25 students from another P.E. class. Rist told the board the district serves 102 special‑education students and explained that scheduling and program limitations restrict broader enrollment in the modified class.

Board members thanked staff for the program and asked clarifying questions about barriers; staff identified scheduling and capacity as the main constraints and noted the program is not appropriate for every student.

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