It is the policy of the DoDEA that ALL students shall be provided a free, appropriate education in schools where placement and service decisions are based on the individual needs of the student, in the least restrictive environment and in accordance with the system's guiding principles. This policy is consistent with the DoDEA mission to provide a world-class educational program that inspires and prepares all students in military communities around the world for success in a dynamic global environment.
Imbedded in this mission and policy is the practice of inclusive education, which is defined as the participation of all students, including those with disabilities in the regular education program to the maximum extent possible. Supplementary aids and services are provided to these students where necessary in order for them to attain success. Inclusive education is grounded in the philosophy that ALL children can learn, have equal access to a high quality education, and have the opportunity to be challenged to perform at higher levels of achievement. The educators here at Ikego Elementary share the responsibility of educating all children through collaborative efforts in the least restrictive environment. This prepares all students to function successfully in a diverse society.
Speech/language therapy services at Ikego Elementary School are available to children with communication impairments in the area of articulation, language, fluency (stuttering) and voice disorders. Services through an Individualized Educational Program (IEP) are provided to students who are determined to be in need of help following a thorough process of referral, assessment, and eligibility involving a team called the Case Study Committee team (CSC). For further information about these services please contact Ikego's Speech-Language Pathologist or the CSC Secretary/Technician based in the school office.
The School Psychologist, a member of the Pupil Personnel Services, promotes the social/emotional/academic well being of students. This is done by
•providing intellectual, information processing, and emotional/behavioral assessments;
•helping with behavior management plans, small group, or individual sessions
•offering consultations with students, staff, and parents.The Developmental Preschool or Preschool Services for Children with Disabilities (PSCD) is a special education program geared for children ages 3-6 years of age who have been identified with a developmental delay in at least one of the following developmental areas: language, cognitive, motor, adaptive, or social/emotional. Children must go through a screening and assessment to determine eligibility for the program. For more information please call the main office.