Special Education at AISD
AISD is committed to meeting the needs of all our students.
Please visit the links below for valuable information, community support,
and frequently asked questions regarding Special Education at AISD.
Mills Programs
Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)
This program provides special education services for any child ages 3 to 5 who meets eligibility requirements after receiving an evaluation through the district. The goal of ECSE is to provide early intervention by focusing on communication, daily living skills, social and behavioral issues, gross and fine motor skills, and academics as well.
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| Noelle Anderson | Stacie Bilek | Amy Griffin |
Erin Abbe |
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Life Skills
This program provides support for the unique needs of students. Their goal is to provide a positive environment, which prepares students to live, work, and enjoy life in their community.
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Tammie Garcia |
Francine McQuien |
Steven Schooler |
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Resource
This program provides direct, specialized instruction, academic remediation, and assistance with homework.
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Laura Barrera |
Miranda Coutee |
Kathy Thomas |
Cynthia Khogly |
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Social Behavior Skills (SBS)
This program provides behavioral support and interventions to help students to think, decide, and make choices in self-directed ways that will benefit the student.
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Jacob Dunagan |
Taryn Orlando |
Tim Tesano |
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Social Communication Resources and Services (SCORES)
This program provides support for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and/or other disabilities. Their goal is to improve social, communication, and behavioral skills at school and at home.
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Heather Bethea |
Hyden Johnson |
Michelle Griffin |
Sharlette Tucci |
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Gayle DeCesaris |
Sharon Knight |
Guahivi Medina |
Lisa Vienneau |
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Speech Therapist (SLP)
SLPs specialize in the evaluation, diagnosis, and the treatment of communication disorders (speech disorders and language disorders), cognitive-communication disorders, voice disorders, and swallowing disorders.
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Alexa Bautista |
Celina Garcia |
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Occupational Therapist
Occupational therapy (OT) addresses the physical, cognitive, psychosocial and sensory components of performance. OT focus on academics, play and leisure, social participation, self-care skills, transitioning, and school work skills.
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Robin Gayer |
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Educational Diagnostician
Educational diagnosticians perform formal assessments, such as written, oral, and hands-on problem-solving tests, with students who are struggling. They are experts at observing students in a class to see their work style, behavior patterns, and reactions to teachers and other students. Most will present their findings in IEP meetings and share their plans for students with teachers, school administrators, and parents.
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