general education classrooms
Coverage of general education classrooms in the Nexus archive.
- Why the Philadelphia school district will phase out a special education program
The Philadelphia school district plans to phase out its Intensive Learning Support (ILS) program for students with additional learning needs by the end of the school year, aiming to integrate them into general education classrooms with additional services. The decision, led by chief of special education Nathalie Nérée, cites minimal academic growth in ILS students and aligns with research supporting inclusion. However, some teachers fear the move may strain resources and leave students without adequate support.
- Why the Philadelphia school district will phase out a special education program
The Philadelphia school district plans to phase out its Intensive Learning Support (ILS) program by the end of the school year, aiming to integrate special education students into general education classrooms. Officials claim the change is based on research showing benefits from inclusive education, but teachers and experts express concerns about insufficient resources and potential loss of necessary support for students.