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District 211 Higgins Education Center Offers Centralized Location for Multiple Special Education Programs
District 211 offers several special education programs that meet the needs of its students and community, and for the first time many of those programs will be housed in one centralized building.
The District 211 Higgins Education Center, 1030 W. Higgins Rd., is undergoing renovations to house programs that were either outside of District 211 boundaries or did not have a permanent structure. The building will offer greater efficiency of support, administration, transportation services, and utilization of the District’s facilities.
“The centralized location of the Higgins Education Center will allow us to serve our students within the ...
Businesses Honored for Partnerships, Worksites Provided to D211 Students with Special Needs
Several community businesses were recently recognized for their partnership with District 211 to provide worksites for students with special needs.
The businesses were honored by the Board of Education at its Feb.12 meeting. There are 23 local businesses that partner with District 211, and through these partnerships the District is able to provide students with true-to-life work experiences that help prepare students for their lives after high school.
“The transition from high school to young adulthood can be nerve-racking and complex for students with disabilities,” said Renée Erickson, director of Special Education at District 211. ...