Spec Educ Assoc of Peoria County

The mission of SEAPCO is to serve children with diverse needs through an inclusive environment that is part of general education and that includes a full continuum of specialized services. The following statements support this mission: An inclusive environment is one that is accepting, collaborative, supportive, and integrative, providing equal access to opportunities in general education that are based on an individual child's needs. Whenever possible, the child's education will be based in general education classes. Special education services that are non-categorical, team based and collaborative will support the child in that environment. Students will be provided the opportunity to become productive, participating members of the community through specialized instruction that is individualized, objective based, and skill oriented. Staff development is essential for progress and is vital to the development of evolving professional roles. The needs of the whole child from birth through transition into the community will be addressed through increased networking and support systems. Parent and family involvement and the opportunity for their continual education are essential to individual student progress. Dissemination of information and provision of quality services are essential to meet the diverse needs of member school districts and their communities.