Files designated with open with the free Acrobat® Reader®: Email questions and comments regarding the content and function of this website to webmaster@sandi.net. Email general district inquiries to communications@sandi.net. Email employment inquiries to jobs@sandi.net. Submit staff questions about email or computer issues to the IT helpdesk.		Special Education Programs Division Progressive Alternative Curriculum Environment (PACE) Program • Overview • Eligibility • Contact Information Overview The Progressive Alternative Curriculum Environment (PACE) Program is a program for students between the ages of five to 22 years of age who have moderate to severe disabilities. The PACE Program follows a curriculum using alternative standards, leading to a Letter of Recognition. The program serves over 500 students at various comprehensive school sites throughout the district. The PACE Program prepares students to live in their communities based on the belief that each student is assured equal access to the educational options and support provided to all children of the same age group. These principle beliefs are that:     . All students can benefit from sound educational practice.     . All students benefit from living, growing and learning together throughout the formal education process.     . Our communities are strengthened through diversity.     . Ranges of designated services (i.e. APE, SLP, and OT) are available to students who qualify, as determined by assessment in the area of concern and IEP team. The PACE program provides:     . Access to general education environments.     . Access to a variety of core curriculum and instructional options, with adaptations and modifications, assistive technology, and communication strategies necessary to meet individual needs, based upon current research theory.     . Designated instruction and services (e.g., Adapted Physical Education, speech and occupational therapy) are available to students who qualify, as determined by assessment in the area of concern and IEP team.     . Consultation in the process of developing instructional strategies and writing positive behavior support plans.     . Extended school year programs are provided to students as determined by the IEP team.     . Best practices in all areas of teaching and learning based upon current research theory and philosophy. Eligibility Students who meet the eligibility criteria for the PACE Program function within the borderline to mild range of mental retardation (56 to 80 IQ). Federal disability codes of students served in the PACE Program may include, but are not limited to, mental retardation (MR) and autism (AUT). Each student's Individualized Education Plan (IEP) specifies individualized goals and objectives that provide access to the district's core curriculum and meet the individual student's needs. The IEP may also state the need for one or more related services. Placement in the PACE Program is made after an IEP team determines eligibility. The program provides services at or near the student's neighborhood school, school choice or other appropriate setting. General Education classrooms of their same age peers on a full- or part-time basis, and Special Day Class for small group instruction are available. Progressive Alternative Curriculum Environment (PACE) Fact Sheet: English | Spanish Contact Information Special Education Programs Division Progressive Alternative Curriculum Environment (PACE) Program Office Wangenheim Middle School 9230 Gold Goast Dr., B-25 San Diego, CA 92126 (858) 693-5500 - Phone Topic/Title Contact Program Manager Robert Morris bmorris@sandi.net Administrative Aide Carol Lee clee1@sandi.net >> Special Education Programs Division
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