Falls Church Schools Special Programs Chapter 1 programs in reading and math instruction are provided to meet special educational needs of disadvantaged children whose performance is not at the level appropriate for age and grade. Special Education services will be provided for all students found eligible to receive them. Click here for the Special Education Advisory Committee's October 2000 newsletter .
Tests determine the student's entry level into the programs.
Exit testing, teacher recommendation and administrative approval are required before a student moves to mainstream classes. Extended Day Care program for K-5 students is offered at the school the students attend. A program for grade 6-8 students is available after school at George Mason Middle School. This tuition-based program offers George Mason H.S. students courses in English, social studies and general math that can be applied toward a regular diploma. Each course is self-directed and the student works through a course syllabus on a contractual basis.