Special education has a special place in my heart -- I believe everyone deserves a chance to reach their full potential.
I think its very important that every child have interventions designed to help all kids achieve a higher level of personal autonomy and success in school and in life.
Do the schools in your area have good special ed programs?
I think it is ok. Its also called aided education, or exceptional ed, and it addresses their individual needs pretty well.
I would assume that's a bit of a rebranding, the different name. And YES to individualized/personalized attention!
Education in the United States
Education in the United States is provided in public, private, and home schools.
State governments set overall educational standards, often mandate standardized tests for K–12 public school systems and supervise, usually through a board of regents, state colleges, and universities. The bulk of the $1.3 trillion in funding comes from state and local governments, with federal funding accounting for only about $200 billion. Private schools are generally free to determine their own curriculum and staffing policies, with voluntary
Special education
Special education (also known as special-needs education, aided education, exceptional education, special ed. or SPED) is the practice of educating students in a way that addresses their individual differences and needs. Ideally, this process involves the individually planned and systematically monitored arrangement of teaching procedures, adapted equipment and materials, and accessible settings. These interventions are designed to help individuals with special needs achieve a higher level of personal self-sufficiency and success in school and in their community which may not be available