Specialized Learning
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