Inclusion Program

Fall River Public Schools offers a variety of programs and services for children with disabilities ages 5-22. Services are provided in and out of the general education setting as well as within specialized substantially separate programs. Special education services including but not limited to, academic support,
speech/ language therapy, assistive technology, adaptive physical education, occupational therapy, physical therapy, vision, orientation & mobility, and counseling may also be provided to students. The type of service, frequency, duration, and setting for special education and/ or related services is based on the individual needs of the child as outlined in their Individualized Education Plan and determined through the Team process.

Inclusion Programs (K-12)
Overview: The Fall River Public Schools inclusion programs provide learning environments where students with disabilities in grades K-12 are educated within the general education classroom alongside their peers between 60-80% of the day.

Student Profile:
● Students with mild, moderate, or severe disabilities can participate in our inclusion programs.

Description:
● Programming - Students receive specially designed instruction in and/or out of the general education setting. Special Education staff also provide scaffolds, differentiated materials, and support within the general education classroom. The inclusion setting is considered the least restrictive environment for
students.
● Staffing - Special education teachers, paraprofessionals, and/or related services provide direct services within the general education classroom, outside of the general education classroom, or through a collaborative consultation model as outlined in the student’s Individualized Education Plan.
● Curriculum - Most students access core curriculum with accommodations/supports and receive specially designed instruction for their disability related need(s). A small number of students with severe disabilities may participate in the inclusion setting and require modifications to the core
curriculum as well as additional adult support.