| The Aurora Preschool is for
children who have special needs. Services are tailored to
each child. Often services include early childhood special
education and speech-language therapy; however, physical therapy,
occupational therapy, hearing services, and vision services
are also available.
Children are referred anytime during the
year. Children are usually referred by their parents, family
doctors, and preschool teachers. Children must qualify
for the program by meeting state guidelines. The program is
supported through local, state and federal taxes.
Preschool staff conduct home visits for the
youngest students. Older children attend classes throughout
the week. Classes meet one, two, or three times per week.
Usually young children, or children with few needs, attend
less frequently. Older children, or children having more difficulty,
attend more frequently. Typically the school has students
ranging from one to five years in age.
The school also invites peer models to participate
in classes. Effective communication, play, social, and school
skills are modeled by the peers.
The Aurora Preschool is staffed by a full
time early childhood special educator, a speech-language pathologist,
and a para educator. A physical therapist, occupational therapist,
deaf educator, visual consultant, and school nurse also visit
as needed.
The preschool is located at 409 J Street.
Parents who believe that their children may have special needs
are encouraged to contact the Director of Special Education
at 694-3167. |
