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THE ALC Preschool Inclusion Program
Inclusion.
Not Exclusion.
Too often, Metro Atlanta Preschool teachers of children with developmental delays, disabilities, or in need of intervention feel overwhelmed and unsupported in the classroom. As a result, these students are excluded from the specialized services they need to succeed.
ALC’s highly skilled and professionally trained Inclusion Consultants work within classrooms helping educators adapt their teaching techniques and manage classroom dynamics, creating environments where every child can thrive.
Our Preschool Inclusion Program helps identify and support children with:
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IDENTIFICATION OF CHILDREN IN NEED OF SUPPORT
The Adaptive Learning Center uses a customized approach to identify children who may benefit from additional support. We adapt our identification process to meet the unique needs of each school. This includes conducting developmental screenings, performing classroom observations, and collaborating with teachers, social workers, administrators, and families. Our flexible and thorough process ensures that no child in need of assistance is overlooked, creating opportunities for early intervention and meaningful growth.
Targeted Support for Every Child
By tailoring the identification process, we ensure that children with developmental, social-emotional, or behavioral needs are identified and supported early, giving them the tools they need to succeed.
Strengthened Teacher-Parent Collaboration
Our collaborative approach fosters open communication between teachers, parents, and school staff, creating a unified team working together for the child’s benefit.
Enhanced Teacher Satisfaction
Teachers feel more supported in addressing diverse student needs, leading to increased job satisfaction and retention, as they see firsthand the positive impact of inclusive practices in their classrooms.
Proactive Intervention
Identifying children in need of support early allows for timely intervention, which can significantly improve developmental outcomes and reduce challenges later in a child’s educational journey.
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TEACHER EDUCATION
AND TRAINING
Inclusion Consultants provide daily, in-class support and deliver structured training sessions tailored to the needs of partnering preschools. Through professional development workshops, hands-on guidance, and consistent support, teachers gain practical strategies to enhance classroom management, foster effective communication with children, and build meaningful connections with families.
Elevated Education Quality
Improved teaching practices enhance the overall quality of early childhood education, benefiting all students in the classroom.
Increased Teacher Confidence
With access to the right tools and ongoing guidance, educators feel more confident and equipped to meet the diverse needs of their students.
Higher Teacher Retention
Empowered teachers experience greater job satisfaction, fostering long-term commitment to their roles.
Seamless Strategy Implementation
The Adaptive Learning Center bridges the gap between training and practice by providing real-time support, helping teachers effectively implement new strategies in the classroom.
Tailored Student Support
Consultants offer individualized strategies and continuous guidance for specific students, ensuring their unique needs are addressed and supported.
CLASSROOM SUPPORT
Inclusion Consultants play a vital role in helping students reach developmental milestones, build meaningful relationships with peers, develop problem-solving skills, cultivate a positive self-image, and learn to respect others. A strong sense of belonging is essential for achieving positive outcomes in a preschool setting. Through inclusive practices, children of all abilities learn to care for and accept one another, fostering a supportive and understanding community.
The partnership between the Adaptive Learning Center and its collaborating preschools has a transformative impact, benefiting not only the children on our caseload but the entire school community.
Teachers and support staff gain a real-time working model of how to effectively support children with developmental delays or disabilities within the classroom.
Educators have direct access to experienced inclusion consultants in their own classrooms, enabling ongoing consultation and collaboration whenever needed.
STUDENT GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
At the Adaptive Learning Center (ALC), we empower students to reach their full potential through personalized, inclusive strategies that promote academic, social, and emotional growth. Inclusion Consultants collaborate with teachers, families, and professionals to create a tailored Supportive Education Plan (SEP) for each student, focusing on:
Academic Skills
Strengthening literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving.
Social-Emotional Growth
Encouraging positive interactions and emotional regulation.
Communication Skills
Supporting language development and alternative communication methods.
Behavioral Strategies
Fostering self-regulation and independence.
Goals are updated regularly to reflect progress, ensuring students achieve meaningful milestones and continue to thrive.
Personalized Support
Supportive Education Plans (SEP) are tailored to each child’s needs, strengths, learning styles, and pace.
Clear Path to Progress
Goals offer a structured framework to track growth and development.
Collaborative Approach
Teachers, families, and consultants work together to support the child’s progress.
Proactive Adjustments
Regular goal reviews allow the team to adjust strategies and ensure success.
Empowerment
Weekly progress notes provide valuable insights, equipping educators and families to support the child effectively.
Encouraging Independence
Breaking down skills into manageable steps fosters small successes, building confidence and independence.
By tracking student-specific goals, we ensure each child receives the support they need to overcome challenges, celebrate successes, and achieve significant growth. This collaborative approach prepares students for future success in educational and community settings.
CASELOAD DOCUMENTATION
Inclusion Consultants provide detailed weekly progress notes for each child on their caseload. These notes serve as a valuable resource for teachers, parents, and other school specialists who are part of the student’s support team, ensuring consistent communication and collaboration.
Weekly updates ensure everyone is informed about the strategies that are effective in the classroom, enabling these approaches to be implemented in other environments for consistency.
Documentation fosters collaboration among specialists, helping to address each child’s unique needs and ensuring cohesive support across all settings.
BEHAVIORAL AND SOCIAL STRATEGY MODELING
Inclusion consultants equip teachers with real-time social strategies and behavioral solutions, allowing them to effectively manage various classroom scenarios. By offering one-on-one modeling and support, consultants help children develop essential skills, such as emotional self-regulation and positive interactions with peers and teachers.
Children build confidence and independence in managing their emotions and relationships. Students develop problem-solving skills, learn to self-soothe, and become more resilient.
Teachers benefit from smoother classroom operations, allowing for more time to focus on learning activities and meaningful one-on-one interactions with students.
STUDENT PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION
In addition to detailed weekly notes, student progress is carefully monitored through the Adaptive Learning Center’s online system. This platform allows for ongoing documentation of each objective outlined in a student’s Supportive Education Plan (SEP). Mastery rates are consistently tracked, ensuring that progress is accurately measured and areas for growth are identified.
Tailored Goal Setting
Consistent progress tracking allows Inclusion Consultants and teachers to clearly identify when objectives have been mastered. This data informs the development of new, personalized goals, ensuring continuous growth and development for each student.
Data-Driven Success
School administrators have access to concrete data that demonstrates how the Adaptive Learning Center's strategies are supporting students in meeting and exceeding their goals. This accountability highlights the program’s impact and success.
Improved Collaboration
Ongoing progress documentation fosters better communication and collaboration between Inclusion Consultants, teachers, and families, ensuring everyone is aligned in supporting the student’s journey.