The principal understands the needs of students with disabilities. Adequate numbers of personnel, including aides and support personnel, are available. Appropriate policies and procedures for monitoring individual student progress, including grading and testing, are in place. Teaming approaches are used for problem-solving and program implementation. Teachers have the knowledge and skills needed to select and adapt curricula and instructional methods according to individual student needs.
Teachers foster a cooperative learning environment and promote socialization.
The composite scenario below is based on reports from several teachers. It provides a brief description of how regular and special education teachers work together to address the individual needs of all of their students. Jane Smith teaches third grade at Lincoln Elementary School. Three days a week, she co-teaches the class with Lynn Vogel, a special education teacher. Their 25 students include 4 who have special needs due to disabilities and 2 others who currently need special help in specific curriculum areas.