Exceptional Student Education

Today we celebrate National Speech-Language Pathologist Day!

We are incredibly grateful for the dedicated speech-language pathologists who help our students find their voices, build confidence, and connect with the world around them. Your patience, compassion, encouragement, and expertise make a lasting impact every single day.

Thank you for empowering communication, celebrating every milestone, and believing in the potential of every student you serve. Because of you, voices are strengthened, confidence grows, and lives are changed.

Please join us in thanking these amazing professionals for the difference they make in our schools and community each day!

As Teacher Appreciation Week comes to a close, we want to take a moment to recognize and celebrate all of the incredible educators who pour their hearts into supporting our students each and every day. Your patience, encouragement, creativity, and commitment make a lasting difference far beyond the classroom walls.

A very special thank you to our exceptional student educators and support staff who consistently go above and beyond for students who may find parts of the school experience a little more challenging. The compassion, dedication, advocacy, and individualized support you provide help students feel seen, valued, capable, and successful. Your work matters deeply, and the impact you make on children and families is immeasurable.

Thank you for believing in every child, celebrating every success, and showing up daily with care and purpose. We are grateful for each of you today and every day. 💙

Let us hear your voice!

ESE Parents and Guardians – We Want to Hear From You!

At CCPS, we are proud to provide high-quality public education that supports every child’s unique needs and potential. Your voice plays an essential role in helping us continue to be the best choice for your child’s education. Please take a few moments to complete the 2025–2026 Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Parent Survey. This year’s survey is shorter and easier to complete, while still giving you the opportunity to share meaningful feedback about your experiences. Your input helps us strengthen the services, supports, and opportunities we provide to students and families across our schools.

To participate, scan the QR code on the graphic or visit: bit.ly/ESEParentSurvey.

Thank you for your continued partnership and for trusting CCPS to support your child’s success.

The LIFE Program interns from Barron Collier High had an incredible day building real-world skills during transportation training!

They spent the day at Berkshire Plaza completing a 30-question scavenger hunt focused on independence and community navigation. Students explored everything from how to open a checking account, compare prices at Barron Beanery, and make an Amazon return, to finding where to get hearing and vision tests, dry cleaning services, cell phone plans, gym memberships, and even mastering the Aldi cart system. They also practiced recognizing important “survival signs” encountered in everyday life.

These hands-on experiences are what make learning stick—giving students the confidence to navigate their community with greater independence each day.

They wrapped up a fantastic day celebrating Cinco de Mayo with lunch at Taco Lindo—well deserved after all their hard work!

A huge THANK YOU to the amazing community partners at Berkshire Plaza and along their CAT route for welcoming the students and helping make these meaningful learning experiences possible. Your support truly makes a difference! 🌟

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Congratulations to Habitat for Humanity ReStore on being named Business Partner of the Month for April!!

For the past 10 years, this wonderful Career Experience job training host for Lely High School has been a valued partner, providing meaningful, hands-on job training opportunities for students with disabilities. Through their ongoing support, students gain real-world work experience, build confidence, and successfully transition into future work study and employment programs. This decade-long commitment has made a lasting impact on student growth and independence, and we are truly grateful for their partnership!!!

So proud of this amazing educator! We are thankful for all that you do for our amazing students!

Congratulations to ESE teacher Kristyn Stetson of Sea Gate Elementary for receiving the Debra Husted Dreams Can Come True Outstanding Educator in Transition Award from the Florida Division on Career Development and Transition! This award is presented annually to an outstanding educator who provides exemplary transition services to students with disabilities.

Kristyn’s dedication to supporting her students for life beyond the classroom reflects the very best of our school community. We are grateful for the compassion and care she shows each student every day, helping them build confidence, independence, and a path toward their dreams.