special education students

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.