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Brockton
Public Schools, 43 Crescent St, Brockton MA 02301, 508-580-7511
Brockton Public Schools educates 15,612 students in grades PK-12, housed in 25 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are PK-7 (17), 6-8 (5), 3-12 (2) and 9-12 (1). 12.7% of district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 13.6% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 1,114 teachers, including 987 in core academic areas, 87.3% of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 14.3:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $9,000 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Quincy
Public Schools, 70 Coddington St, Quincy MA 02169, 617-984-8700
Quincy Public Schools educates 6,142 students in grades PK-12, housed in 18 buildings across the city (including the North Quincy area). Grade configurations are PK-5 (11), 5-8 (5) and 9-12 (2). 12.2% of district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 16.3% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 672 teachers, including 600 in core academic areas, 91.2% of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 13:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $9,229 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Weymouth
Public Schools, 111 Middle St, Weymouth MA 02189, 781-335-1460
Weymouth Public Schools educates 6,938 students in grades PK-12, housed in 12 buildings serving the communities of East Weymouth, South Weymouth, North Weymouth and Weymouth. Grade configurations are PK-4 (9), 5-8 (1) and 9-12 (1). 1.1% of district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 18.3% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 508 teachers, including 440 in core academic areas, 96.6% of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 13.5:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $8,402 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Braintree
Public Schools, 348 Pond St, Braintree MA 02184, 781-380-0130
Braintree Public Schools educates 5,165 students in grades PK-12, housed in 9 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are K-5 (6), 6-8 (2) and PK/9-12 (1). 1.7% of district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 19.2% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 356 teachers, including 328 in core academic areas, 99.1% of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 14.6:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $7,847 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Marshfield Public
Schools, 76 S River St, Marshfield MA 02050, 781-834-5000
Marshfield Public Schools educates 2,332 students in grades PK-12, housed in 7 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are PK-5 (5), 6-8 (1) and 9-12 (1). 0.2% of district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 18% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 353 teachers, including 294 in core academic areas, all of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 13.3:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $8,089 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. A recreation department sponsored child care program offers extended care to students in grades K-5 at Martinson School and the recreation child care center (transport provided).
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Middleboro
Public Schools, 33 Forest St, Middleboro MA 02346, 508-946-2000
Middleboro Public Schools educates 3,561 students in grades PK-12, housed in 7 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are PK-5 (4), 6-8 (1) and 9-12 (1). 0.2% of district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 15.4% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 245 teachers, including 219 in core academic areas, all of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 15:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $7,910 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Franklin
Public Schools, 355 E Central St, Franklin MA 02038, 508-541-5243
Franklin Public Schools educates 6,152 students in grades PK-12, housed in 11 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are PK-6 (7), 6-8 (3) and 9-12 (1). 0.3% of district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 15.6% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 449 teachers, including 392 in core academic areas, 95.7% of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 13.7:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $7,800 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Milton Public Schools,
25 Gile Rd, Milton MA 02054, 617-696-4808
Milton Public Schools educates 3,724 students in grades PK-12, housed in 6 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are PK-5 (4), 6-8 (1) and PK/9-12 (1). 0.6% of district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 15.8% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 250 teachers, including 225 in core academic areas, 96.9% of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 14.6:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $8,378 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Needham Public
Schools, 1330 Highland Ave, Needham MA 02492, 781-455-0400
Needham Public Schools educates 4,995 students in grades PK-12, housed in 7 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are PK-5 (4), 6-8 (1) and PK/9-12 (1). 1% of district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 11.6% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 349 teachers, including 316 in core academic areas, 97.7% of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 14.6:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $9,285 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. Before- & after-school care is available for children in grades K-5 at district elementary schools through Needham Extended Day Program (NEDP), a private non-profit organization.
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Randolph Public
Schools, 40 Highland Ave, Randolph MA 02368, 781-961-6205
Randolph Public Schools educates 3,450 students in grades PK-12, housed in 7 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are PK-6 (5), 7-8 (1) and 9-12 (1). 7.4% of district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 20.4% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 255 teachers, including 228 in core academic areas, 95.8% of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 14.3:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $8,410 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Stoughton
Public Schools, 232 Pearl St, Stoughton MA 02072, 781-344-4000
Stoughton Public Schools educates 3,970 students in grades PK-12, housed in 8 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are PK-5 (6), 6-8 (1) and 9-12 (1). 3.2% of district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 16% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 291 teachers, including 255 in core academic areas, 98.6% of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 13.7:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $7,852 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Wellesley
Public Schools, 40 Kingsbury St, Wellesley MA 02481, 781-446-6210
Wellesley Public Schools educates 4,631 students in grades PK-12, housed in 9 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are PK-5 (7), 6-8 (1) and 9-12 (1). 1.2% of district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 15.9% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 334 teachers, including 289 in core academic areas, 82.5% of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 13.6:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $9,759 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Norwood Public
Schools, 27 Prospect St, Norwood MA 02062, 781-762-6804
Norwood Public Schools educates 3,490 students in grades PK-12, housed in 8 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are PK-5 (6), 6-8 (1) and 9-12 (1). 4.6% of district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 19.9% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 289 teachers, including 256 in core academic areas, 95.2% of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 13:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $8,899 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Canton Public
Schools, 960 Washington St, Canton MA 02021, 781-821-5060
Canton Public Schools educates 3,093 students in grades PK-12, housed in 5 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are PK-5 (3), 6-8 (1) and 9-12 (1). 1.3% of district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 15% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 228 teachers, including 191 in core academic areas, all of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 13.5:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $9,033 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Dedham Public
Schools, 1106 High St, Box 246, Dedham MA 02027, 781-326-5622
Dedham Public Schools educates 2,871 students in grades PK-12, housed in 7 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are PK-5 (5), 6-8 (1) and 9-12 (1). 3.4% of district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 19.9% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 254 teachers, including 203 in core academic areas, all of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 11.4:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $10,308 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Walpole
Public Schools, 135 School St, Walpole MA 02081, 508-660-7200
Walpole Public Schools educates 3,915 students in grades PK-12, housed in 7 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are PK-5 (4), 6-8 (2) and 9-12 (1). 1.4% of district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 18.1% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 277 teachers, including 244 in core academic areas, 93.6% of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 13.9:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $8,222 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Bellingham
Public Schools, 60 Harpin St, Bellingham MA 02019, 508-883-1706
Bellingham Public Schools educates 2,606 students in grades PK-12, housed in 7 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are PK-4 (4), 5-8 (1) and 7-12 (2). 0.5% of district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 12.4% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 202 teachers, including 180 in core academic areas, 91.2% of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 12.9:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $8,440 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Foxborough
Public Schools, 60 South St, Foxborough MA 02035, 508-543-1660
Foxborough Public Schools educates 2,924 students in grades PK-12, housed in 5 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are PK-4 (3), 5-8 (1) and 9-12 (1). 0.5% of district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 18.2% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 209 teachers, including 186 in core academic areas, 99.6% of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 14.3:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $7,993 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Sharon Public
Schools, 1 School St, Sharon MA 02067, 781-784-1570
Sharon Public Schools educates 3,464 students in grades PK-12, housed in 5 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are PK-5 (3), 6-8 (1) and 9-12 (1). 0.8% of district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 12.9% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 266 teachers, including 229 in core academic areas, 99.9% of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 13.2:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $8,931 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Holbrook
Public Schools, 227 Plymouth St, Holbrook MA 02343, 781-767-1226
Holbrook Public Schools educates 1,384 students in grades PK-12, housed in 3 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are PK-6 (2) and 7-12 (1). 2.7% of district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 19% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 90 teachers, including 81 in core academic areas, 91% of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 15.5:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $7,735 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Medfield Public Schools, 459 Main St, Medfield MA
02052, 508-359-2302
Medfield Public Schools educates 3,071 students in grades PK-12, housed in 5 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are PK-5 (3), 6-8 (1) and 9-12 (1). 0.1% of district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 11.4% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 211 teachers, including 186 in core academic areas, 99.5% of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 14.5:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $7,195 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Medway Public
Schools, 45 Holliston St, Medway MA 02053, 508-533-3222
Medway Public Schools educates 2,871 students in grades PK-12, housed in 5 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are PK-4 (3), 5-8 (1) and 9-12 (1). 0.2% of district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 16.2% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 182 teachers, including 160 in core academic areas, 99.7% of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 15.8:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $7,929 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Norfolk Public
Schools, 70 Boardman St, Norfolk MA 02056, 508-528-1225
Norfolk Public Schools educates 1,088 students in grades PK-6, housed in 2 buildings across the city. King Philip Regional High School District serves students in grades 7-12. No district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 20.4% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 92 teachers, including 75 in core academic areas, 92.2% of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 12.1:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $8,447 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. Norfolk School Age Child Care (SACC) offers before- & after-school care as well as early dismissal day care at H. Olive Day School (grades K-2) & Freeman Centennial School (grades 3-5); vacation week programs meet at Freeman Centennial School.
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Westwood
Public Schools, 220 Nahatan St, Westwood MA 02090, 781-326-7500
Westwood Public Schools educates 3,023 students in grades PK-12, housed in 8 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are PK-5 (6), 6-8 (1) and 9-12 (1). No district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 14.9% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 236 teachers, including 212 in core academic areas, 93.9% of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 12.3:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $9,921 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Wrentham Public
Schools, 120 Taunton St, Wrentham MA 02093, 508-384-5439
Wrentham Public Schools educates 1,227 students in grades PK-6, housed in 2 buildings across the city. King Philip Regional High School District serves students in grades 7-12. No district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 15.3% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 83 teachers, including 74 in core academic areas, all of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 15.4:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $7,395 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Avon Public Schools,
Patrick Clark Dr, Avon MA 02322, 508-588-0230
Avon Public Schools educates 761 students in grades PK-12, housed in 2 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are PK-6 (1) and 7-12 (1). No district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 13% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 65 teachers, including 52 in core academic areas, 88.1% of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 11.7:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $9,226 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Cohasset
Public Schools, 143 Pond St, Cohasset MA 02025, 781-383-6112
Cohasset Public Schools educates 1,489 students in grades PK-12, housed in 3 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are PK-5 (2) and 6-12 (1). No district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 11.3% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 98 teachers, including 85 in core academic areas, all of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 15.5:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $8,894 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Dover-Sherborn
Regional School District, 157 Farm St, Dover MA 02030, 508-785-0036
Dover-Sherborn Regional School District educates 1,083 students in grades 6-12, serving the communities of Dover and Sherborn. Grade configurations are PK-5 (3), 6-8 (1) and 9-12 (1). No district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 13.8% of students in grades 6-12 are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 32 teachers in grades 6-12, including 29 in core academic areas, all of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio in grades 6-12 is 15.1:1. Per-pupil cost for grades 6-12 (district) is $9,498 (2005). For grades PK-5 in Dover (enrollment of 593), no district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 13.3% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 43 teachers in grades PK-5 in Dover, including 39 in core academic areas, all of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio for grades PK-5 in Dover is 14.4:1. Per-pupil cost for grades PK-5 in Dover is $10,785 (2005). For grades PK-5 in Sherborn (enrollment of 476), 13.8% of the students are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 32 teachers in grades PK-5 in Sherborn, including 29 in core academic areas, all of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio for grades PK-5 in Sherborn is 15.1:1. Per-pupil cost for grades PK-5 in Sherborn is $9,498 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Millis Public
Schools, 245 Plain St, Millis MA 02054, 508-376-7000
Millis Public Schools educates 1,320 students in grades PK-12, housed in 3 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are PK-4 (1), 5-8 (1) and 9-12 (1). 0.2% of district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 14.9% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 78 teachers, including 73 in core academic areas, all of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 16.9:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $7,355 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Plainville
Public Schools, 68 Messenger St, Plainville MA 02762, 508-699-1300
Plainville Public Schools educates 847 students in grades PK-6, housed in 2 buildings across the city. King Philip Regional High School District serves students in grades 7-12. No district students are classified as Limited English Proficient and 14.4% are enrolled in Special Education programs. The district employs 54 teachers, including 51 in core academic areas, 95.1% of whom are rated "highly qualified". District student/teacher ratio is 16.1:1. Per-pupil cost (district) is $7,654 (2005). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP) and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.