Pioneer Grove Educational Center

Mission Statement:
To prepare young children for future success through high quality, comprehensive, developmentally and individually appropriate educational experiences, in collaboration with the family. Focus is on the total development of children including: communication, cognition, physical development, social-emotional skills, and academic readiness.

•	To create an environment in which children feel comfortable.
•	To foster a positive atmosphere in the classroom which encourages independence of thought, problem solving, and successful group interaction.
•	To help children voice their own ideas, thoughts and feelings.
•	To teach children how to learn throughout their entire lives.

Programs At Pioneer Grove Educational Center

Blended Preschool:
Each blended classroom consists of up to 15 children; 5 students with mild special needs, and 10 typically developing peers.  Classes are staffed by one teacher with a four year degree in regular and special education.  There is also one teacher assistant in each room.  A speech/language pathologist, an occupational therapist, and a social worker provide services to the students each week.

The Phonological Class:
Intensive speech therapy for preschoolers with severe articulation disorders.

Early Childhood and Primary Multi-Needs Classes:
Extended day programs for children who require specialized services due to their physical and/or medical issues.

Early Childhood Autism and Primary Intensive Classes:
Extended day programs for children who require specialized teaching methods and techniques such as ABA, PECS, and sensory diets.