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Program Overview

CUSD is proud to have two preschool inclusion classes. In our inclusive educational setting children with and without disabilities are taught together. The goal is to create a learning environment that supports the developmental needs of all children, including those with special needs, by providing individualized support while encouraging interaction and cooperation among diverse peers. The classes are designed to foster empathy, understanding, and respect for differences from an early age. They provide access by ensuring that all children, regardless of their abilities, have the opportunity to participate fully in their educational experience. Access means that children with disabilities or special needs are not segregated or isolated but are included in general education settings alongside their typically developing peers. By integrating children with different abilities into the same classrooms, inclusion classes break down barriers to learning and ensure that all children have the same opportunities to engage in age-appropriate activities, interact with peers, and receive quality instruction. We value the strengths and needs of every child, promoting an environment where every student has the support they need to succeed.

  • Classes are Monday – Friday from 7:55am – 10:55am or 11:35am – 2:35pm at Roosevelt Elementary School

  • Open to students 2 years old to 5 years old with or without a disability/special need.

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Key Features Our Inclusion Program

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  • The Creative Curriculum is utilized and can be adapted to meet the developmental levels and needs of all students. Teachers might use various teaching strategies, including visual aids, hands-on activities, and flexible learning approaches.
  • Children learn valuable lessons about inclusion, problem-solving, teamwork, and adaptability that will benefit them throughout their lives.
  • Classes are co-taught by a general education teacher and early childhood special education teacher.
  • Inclusion in preschool helps children, both with and without disabilities, develop the social, cognitive, and emotional skills they need to succeed in future educational settings, setting a foundation for success in kindergarten and beyond.