Specialized Programs
Discover the Difference at Our School
Welcome to a place where innovation, creativity, and opportunity thrive. Our specialized programs spark curiosity and help students discover their strengths and prepare them for the future.
Explore our programs and see the exciting opportunities waiting for your child!
Intellectual Disability Program (IND)
Silver Ridge Elementary is proud to offer a dedicated IND program for students with Intellectual Disabilities, starting at age 5. This program is part of a larger effort by Broward County Public Schools, which supports over 2,000 students with intellectual disabilities.
Each child’s learning plan is personalized through the IEP (Individualized Education Program) process to meet their unique needs. Support may include:
- Learning based on Florida Access Points for reading and math
- Lessons in science and social studies
- Life skills like communication, social behavior, and independence
- Therapies and services such as physical or occupational therapy, nursing, and specialized transportation
The goal is to help every child grow academically, socially, and emotionally in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Our Specialized PreK program provides a self-contained program for ESE children with developmental delays. The curriculum focus is on instruction in readiness skills, communication, independent functioning, and social skills. Typically, the educational needs of the preschool children in this program are in the areas of cognition, communication, social-emotional, and independent functioning.
Our Integrated PreK model provides an inclusive full day program for ESE children to interact and work with typically developing peers. The curriculum focus is on instruction in readiness, communication, independent functioning and social skills. Typically, the educational needs of the preschool ESE children in this program are in the areas of cognition, communication, social-emotional and independent functioning.
