Whether you are a seasoned special educator or new to the field, it’s no secret that a one-size-fits-all instructional approach for our most complex learners is not realistic. A personalized approach to learning for special education students requires careful consideration and a solid understanding of the federal education laws in place to protect our student population. Mix in the need for appropriate rigor, progress monitoring and data collection, and equitable and inclusive access to the general education curriculum, and the search for high-quality adapted curriculum can start to feel like a pipe dream.
This is where Canyon ISD found themselves during the 2022-2023 school year. After using a different curriculum provider for years, the district recognized the need to move in a new direction. Canyon ISD sought to provide students with rigorous grade-level content, while offering educators access to the time-saving materials necessary to effectively implement a curriculum without having to reinvent the wheel.
After evaluating several vendors, Canyon ISD’s Coordinator of Special Education and Instruction, Schuele Batenhorst, M.Ed., says, “Our teachers, administrators, and curriculum staff voted unanimously to adopt TeachTown after seeing the all encompassing resources and support available!”