Special Education Department focuses on the following:

• a) Typically includes Special Educators, Counselors.
• b) Ensures Equal Participation in activities such as sports, yoga, dance, theatre, art, and craft, with appropriate support.
• c) Inclusive Curriculum and Classroom Accommodations involves adapting teaching methods, materials, and environments to meet the diverse needs which includes differentiated instruction, accessible learning resources, sensory-friendly spaces, extended time, alternative eating, assistive technologies etc. This ensures equitable access to education for learners of varying abilities.
• d) Individualized Education Program (IEP) outlines specific learning goals, the support and services required, and the methods of assessment to track progress. Created collaboratively by educators, parents, and specialists, the IEP ensures that the student receives tailored instruction, accommodations, and resources to meet their unique needs and achieve their potential.
• e) Curriculum Modifications and Flexibility involves adjusting the content, delivery, and expectations of lessons to suit the unique needs of individual students by simplifying or enriching materials, changing the pace of instruction, or offering alternative assessment methods. This ensures that all students, regardless of their abilities or learning styles, can access and engage with the curriculum effectively while achieving their fullest potential.
• f) Examination Accommodations ensure students with diverse needs can demonstrate their knowledge and skills fairly. These may include extended time, breaks, alternative formats (e.g., oral exams, large print), or the use of assistive tools like readers, scribes, or technology. It aims to remove barriers without altering the exam's objectives, promoting equity and inclusion in assessment processes.
• g) Teacher Training and Awareness focuses on equipping educators with inclusive teaching strategies, cultural competency, special education practices, and managing diverse classrooms. Awareness programs help teachers recognize and address biases, foster empathy, and create supportive environments where all students can thrive.
• h) Sensory and Behavior management includes creating sensory-friendly environments, using tools like fidget devices or noise-canceling headphones, and implementing structured routines. It focuses on understanding triggers, teaching coping skills, and reinforcing positive behaviors to promote emotional regulation and engagement.
• i) Parental Involvement and Support by attending school events, communicating with teachers, and supporting learning at home boosts students' motivation, improves their social skills, and enhances their academic performance, creating a collaborative approach to their development.
• j) Use of Assistive Technology help students access content, communicate more effectively, participate fully in classroom activities, overcome barriers to learning and improve their academic performance.