The academic program at St. Elizabeth School offers students both traditional and innovative coursework. Academics at SES emphasize the functional application of skills. The curriculum is designed to help students progress and experience success. The curriculum and student goals are informed by requirements of the Local School Systems and MSDE (Maryland State Department of Education).
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Our strong student to teacher ratio allows us to individualize academics for all our students. Teachers at SES are certified by MSDE and are qualified to teach students in grades K-12 in special education. Many have additional certifications from MSDE as well. We consistently challenge our students to achieve their goals while providing support throughout the learning process.
All of our students pursue a core curriculum of courses that include:
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English / Language Arts
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Mathematics
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Social Studies
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Science
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Students are grouped in homerooms that best meet their academic and social needs. Some students travel to classes with their homeroom groups and others have individualized travel schedules. Students receive related services (either as pull out or integrated services) depending on individual need. Decisions about homeroom placements are made carefully, taking various factors into account, including age and social and curricular needs.
Students at St. Elizabeth School range in age from 6-21. To find the best fit for each of our students, academically and socially, the school is divided into three academic teams:
Dominique Tennyson heads up the
EMPATHY and MERCY HOUSES
Generally ages 6 - 16 and
Grades 1 - 10
Scott Tomlin heads up the
DIGNITY HOUSE
High School Program
Generally ages 14 - 21 and
Grades 9 - 12
