Learning Exceptionalities Department (LED)

Special Education Services

Supporting Every Scholar’s Success – At LIFE Male STEAM Academy, we believe every scholar deserves access to a high-quality education in a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Our Special Education Department partners with students, families, teachers, and related service providers to ensure that each scholar receives the individualized supports and services needed to achieve academic, social, and personal success.

We are committed to providing specially designed instruction and accommodations that enable students with disabilities to reach their fullest potential while participating in the life of our school community.

Our Commitment

LIFE Male STEAM Academy provides special education services in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

Our team works collaboratively with families to:

  • Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
  • Monitor student progress toward annual goals
  • Provide accommodations and modifications based on individual needs
  • Ensure students receive services in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)
  • Foster independence, self-advocacy, and academic growth

Services We May Provide

Special education services are determined individually through each student’s IEP and may include:

  • Specially Designed Instruction (SDI)
  • Learning Support
  • Emotional Support
  • Autism Support
  • Speech and Language Therapy
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Physical Therapy
  • Counseling Services
  • Behavioral Supports
  • Assistive Technology
  • Transition Planning (Beginning at Age 14)

Services are provided based on each student’s unique educational needs and recommendations made by the IEP Team.

Child Find

LIFE Male STEAM Academy participates in Pennsylvania’s Child Find initiative.

Child Find is a statewide effort to identify, locate, and evaluate children who may have disabilities and are in need of special education services.

If you believe your child may qualify for special education services, please contact our Special Education Office to discuss the evaluation process.

Special Education Child Find Notice

 

Parent Partnership

Parents are valued members of the educational team.

We encourage families to actively participate in:

  • IEP Meetings
  • Evaluation Reviews
  • Annual IEP Reviews
  • Reevaluations
  • Transition Planning
  • Ongoing communication with teachers and support staff

Strong partnerships between home and school help scholars achieve their greatest success.

 

Contact Us

If you have questions regarding Special Education services, referrals, evaluations, or existing IEPs, please contact:

Special Education Department
LIFE Male STEAM Academy
Phone: (412) 745-5433
Email: rgraham@lifesteam.org
Email: vstubblefield@lifesteam.org