BATTLE MONUMENT SCHOOL
MISSION STATEMENT

Battle Monument School is a public special education day school which provides opportunities for students with special needs to reach their potential as independent and productive members of their families and communities.  All students, regardless of ability, develop those skills which empower them to increase their independence and to live productive and satisfying lives.  Activities with non-disabled peers, community based experiences, individualized programs based on student and family needs, and the implementation of technological advancements are all designed to maximize opportunity to learn and student achievement.

 The Battle Monument Pre-K and Kindergarten School Program to provide instruction and training in academic and functional life skills in order to assist students with optimal independent functioning in an array of different settings, with an emphasis on skill development which will facilitate the transition to a less-restrictive academic environment.  Collaboration between educators, therapists, and family members is crucial to the process.  Students are provided with opportunities for community instruction and integration with same-age peers whenever possible.  Parents are assisted with gaining a better understanding of their child’s development, learning about assistive technology and other tools to facilitate greater independence for their child, and discovering ways to better advocate for their child.

The Battle Monument Elementary School Program to provide instruction and training in academic and functional life skills in order to assist students with optimal independent functioning in an array of different settings.  Collaboration between educators, therapists, and family members is crucial to the process, and helps to identify an instructional framework for each student to enable him/her to continue to progress in higher education settings.  Students are provided with opportunities for community instruction and integration with same-age peers whenever possible.

 The Battle Monument Middle School Programto provide instruction and training in academic and functional life skills in order to assist students with optimal independent functioning in school, home, and future work environments.  Collaboration between educators, therapists, and family members is crucial to the process, and helps to identify an instructional framework for each student to enable him/her to continue to progress in high school, and to provide a foundation for the student to move into the work environment upon graduation from school.  Students are provided with opportunities for community instruction and integration with same-age peers whenever possible.

 The High School Program to expand opportunities for personal growth and development as students begin the process of transition to post-school situations.  Access to the community, in addition to classroom instruction, enables students to explore different environments and to acquire work, independent living, and leisure skills.  As part of the total learning process, community interaction improves the quality of instruction, increases motivation and enhances productivity.  Assistive technology is used by the students to enable them to communicate their needs and desires effectively as they enter adulthood.

Southeast Area Infants and Toddlers Center supports the family within their community as they facilitate their child’s learning and development.  The Baltimore County Infants & Toddlers Program demonstrates its commitment to this mission by:

• Developing partnerships with families using flexible and collaborative interventions to facilitate children’s successes in their homes and communities.
• Developing partnerships with community organizations and professionals to provide access to comprehensive community based experiences for families; and,
• Actively seeking to learn from families, community organizations, and other resources to enhance program excellence.

The Baltimore County Infants & Toddlers Program builds responsive communities for families.

 The Assessment Centerprovides early identification, assessment, and development of initial individual education program for three to five year-old children who are experiencing developmental difficulties and may require special education services.  The Center provides interdisciplinary evaluations, including educational, psychological, speech/language, audiological, and vision.  The Center also offers support to Southeast Area Schools for preschool students who need accommodations and modifications to their school program.  In addition, the Center facilitates families understanding of the IEP process and seeks to improve public awareness of the Child Find program.

The Aliza Brandwine Center for Parent-Infant Development, Inc. (A.B.C.) is an inclusive family involvement program for parents/caregivers and their children from birth to four years of age.  ABC’s mission is to provide families with a safe, supportive learning environment that will help them to reach their fullest potential.  The program fosters physical, intellectual, emotional, and social development in order to prepare children to enter school ready to learn.  In addition, through parent education, A.B.C. helps parents and caregivers to have a better understanding of child development and of their role in their children’s education.  The Center makes use of a variety of resources through collaboration with different agencies as well as other early childhood programs within the Baltimore County Public School system.

 The Resource Centers for Families and Schools are committed to increasing the capacity for student achievement in our homes, schools, and communities.  The five Resource Centers are part of the Baltimore County Public Schools Parent Support Services Program.

Where every student has the opportunity to learn