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Supporting All Students

Special Education Programming at South Colonie 

South Colonie provides special education services to support students with a wide range of learning needs. These programs help students learn, grow, and participate fully in school alongside their peers.

Supports are based on each student’s individual needs and outlined in an Individualized Education Program (IEP). Students may receive help in regular classrooms, small groups, or specialized classes, depending on the level of support needed.

The district also offers services such as speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, counseling, and assistive technology to support student learning and development. Teachers, specialists, and families work together to monitor progress and adjust supports as needed, with the goal of helping every student feel included, confident, and successful.

 

  • Staffing

    Special education staffing has been strengthened through expanded co-teaching, increased social work staff, and added speech, OT, and PT services, imp

  • Co-teach

    The expansion of co-teaching has increased the number of students learning in inclusive, less restrictive settings across the district.

  • Skills for Life

    Programs like Colonie Community Connection, Life Skills, and the PAES Lab provide hands-on learning that helps students build real-world skills for li

Performance Data

 

  • SPED Data Graduation Rates Compared to State Targets Annually

    Percent of youth with individualized education programs (IEP) graduating with regular diploma.

     

  • Drop out rates compared to state target annually

    Percent of youth with individualized education programs (IEP) dropping out.