Special Education

    Office Info

    Resource Teacher: Ms. Eriel Jeffery

    Telephone:
    240-740-0110

    Staff

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    artdepment The Special Education supports students with educational disabilities. The department's goal is to meet the instructional needs of all students so that they have the ability to succeed and thrive in a rigorous learning environment.

    Introducing our Department

    The Kennedy High School Special Education department works as a team to support and advocate for each student in our care. Please contact the Special Education Resource Teacher, Mr. Kevin Jefferson, if you have any questions about anything.

    Transition Services

    Transition Support Teacher: Renee Boddie-Jackson

    Transition services are defined in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) as a coordinated set of activities for students that is designed within an outcome-oriented process, which promotes movement from school to post-school activities. These outcomes include:

    • Postsecondary education
    • Vocational training
    • Integrated employment
    • Continuing and Adult education
    • Adult services
    • Independent living
    • Community participation

    Read more about the MCPS Transition Services program.

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