Jefferson Todd Educational Center

Academic Programs

• Individualized, standards-based instruction designed to meet each student's academic needs
• Online coursework through Edgenuity for middle and high school students, with teacher support and academic guidance
• Teacher-led instruction and individualized academic support for elementary students
• Reading and math intervention based on student assessment data and identified areas of need
• Special education services and accommodations provided in accordance with each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP)
• District and state assessments administered as required for each student's grade level and course enrollment
• Ongoing progress monitoring and communication with students' home schools to support academic success and a successful transition back to the traditional school setting

Student Support Services

• Weekly social-emotional learning (SEL) focused on developing positive decision-making, self-management, and interpersonal skills
• Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) to recognize and encourage positive behavior
• Individualized academic and behavioral support based on each student's needs
• School counseling services to support students' academic, social, and emotional growth
• Collaboration with home schools, families, and district personnel to provide continuity of services and support
• Structured support to help students develop responsibility, improve behavior, and successfully transition back to their home school

Student Progress and Communication

• Student academic progress is monitored weekly throughout placement at JTEC
• Weekly progress updates are provided to parents/guardians to keep families informed of academic progress, behavior, and overall performance
• Academic progress and grades are communicated regularly with each student's home school
• JTEC staff collaborate with home school personnel to address academic, behavioral, and individual student needs
• Parents/guardians are contacted as needed regarding concerns, accomplishments, attendance, or changes in student progress
• Ongoing communication between JTEC, families, and home schools supports each student's successful transition back to the traditional school setting

Testing and Academic Interventions

• Students participate in applicable district and state assessments based on grade level and course enrollment
• Academic screeners and diagnostic assessments are used to identify individual areas of strength and need
• Targeted reading and math interventions are provided based on assessment data and student performance
• Student progress is monitored regularly to evaluate growth and guide instructional decisions
• JTEC staff collaborate with home schools to ensure required testing, accommodations, and academic supports are provided

Behavior and Expectations

• Students are expected to demonstrate respect, responsibility, and appropriate behavior throughout the school day
• Consistent attendance, active participation, and academic effort are essential to student success
• JTEC maintains a structured learning environment with clear and consistent expectations
• Positive behavior and student growth are encouraged and recognized through PBIS
• Students are supported in developing positive decision-making, self-management, and problem-solving skills
• Academic progress, attendance, and behavior are monitored throughout each student's placement
• Students work toward meeting individualized goals and successfully transitioning back to their home school