Special Programs

Resource Specialist Program

The Resource Specialist Program (RSP) is a federally mandated program serving students who have various learning disabilities. Most of the students have normal or even above average intelligence, but a processing problem has been identified. These students often require support services in order to reach their potential. Most of these students receive the majority of their education in the regular program as it is required that a “least restrictive” environment maximize learning.

The Resource Specialist, the Psychologist, the classroom teacher, the parents, and the child are involved in creating an Individual Education Plan (IEP) for each year that it is needed.

Other special education services include a speech program and therapy specific to physical challenges.

RSP teacher: Mrs. Lisa Maack
Instructional Aide: Mrs. Maria Valdez

Speech Program

A Speech Therapist, Vicky Cassibba, is assigned to Los Paseos to identify, assess and offer remediation to children who have communication handicaps.

Student Study Team

The Student Study Team meets weekly to discuss individual students’ progress or lack thereof. The team is made up of Special Ed and regular education teachers, literacy coach, nurse and psychologist. Collaboratively the team develops strategies that may help a struggling learner.

Reading Specialist--Mary Ann Mason

Our Reading Specialist helps students discover the joy of reading and build the skills they need to succeed. By using research-based methods and personalized interventions, the Reading Specialist works in a small group setting to ensure every student develops the skills and confidence needed to become a successful, lifelong reader.