Emotional Disturbances Program

  • The Emotional Disturbance Program serves students with severe emotional disabilities.  Documentation for placement in the program much show the level of services needed cannot be provided or brought to the student in a general education setting.  A comprehensive evaluation is required for placement in the program the the sending school of attendance. 

    Students in the program rotate class periods on a 50 minute rotation.  They receive core curriculum aligned with USD 259 Standards.  The curriculum is modified and adapted for each student based upon their individual needs as indicated in their IEP (Individual Education Plan). 

    Each classroom is staffed with with a certified teacher and a paraprofessional for academic assistance.