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Specialized Learning

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Mission 
The Specialized Learning Division provides exceptional learners with a continuum of services and supports fostering academic excellence, individualized care, evidence-based practices and early intervention, creating a safe and inclusive environment that promotes resilience and confidence.

Vision 
To empower students, families, educators, and the community through high-quality supports, enabling exceptional learners to achieve their goals and grow towards independence and self-advocacy.

Values
Student Success- Enhancing instruction through tailored supports that address individual needs. 

Skill Improvement- Offering enrichment and assistance to improve identified skills individualized for each learner. 

Community Partnership- Collaborating with families, educators, and the community to support the whole child.

Services and supports provided through Specialized Learning include:

  • Dyslexia
  • Gifted and Talented
  • Psychological
  • Special Education Services
  • Special Programs
    • American Indian Education
    • Homeless Education
    • Multi-Tiered Systems of Support
    • Section 504

Contacts

Specialized Learning
Audrey Thomas, Executive Director
 

Jesus Martinez  (817) 814-2800
Administrative Assistant

Budget and Grants (817) 814-2921
Kara Persley, Budget Manager

Liz Medina, Budget Analyst

Dyslexia Services (817) 814-2490
Amy Montemayor, M.Ed., CALT, Director  

Gifted and Talented (817) 814-2580
Michael Flusche, M.Ed., Director

Psych Services (817) 814-2820
Nicole Stein, SSP, LSSP, NCSP, Director

Special Education (817) 814-2830
Andres Armijo, Director, Academics and Instructional Programs

Janice Carter, Ed.D., Director, Compliance, Related Services and Child Find

Special Programs (817) 814-2876