Episode 211: Every Path Matters: Serving Students with Special Needs

About this episode

Leah Moores discusses how Pathfinders' Special Education program supports students with significant special needs through specialized instruction and inclusion in general education settings.

Pathfinders' Special Education program is dedicated to supporting students with significant special education needs academically, socially, and personally. Leah Moores, a Pathfinders' Special Education Teacher, explains how the program goes beyond traditional models by combining highly specialized, small-group instruction with meaningful inclusion in general education classrooms. With the help of committed aides and various services, students are empowered to learn alongside their peers while receiving the individualized support necessary for their growth.

People in this episode

Guest: Leah Moores

Topics covered

• special education
• student support
• inclusion
• academic growth
• social development

Keywords

• special education
• inclusion
• student support
• small-group instruction
• academic needs

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Pathfinders, Pathfinders' Special Education program, general education classrooms

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