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Exceptional Student Education

Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Department

The Department for Exceptional Student Education encourages collaboration among all stakeholders through being courteous, friendly, and approaching each interaction with the goal of removing barriers to learning for students with disabilities.

We encourage our families to use the Onflo (formerly Let's Talk) link when they have questions or concerns. Our team will research how best to support and provide needed follow-up. Utilizing this system will help our team analyze trends, drive professional learning for our schools, and determine technical assistance needs.
 

Per Osceola County School Board Rule 9.60(VI), all non-Osceola School District Employees, and Osceola School District Employees without badges must check in with the front desk staff of Administrative Building 1(two-story brick building) located at: 
817 Bill Beck Boulevard
Kissimmee, FL 34744

Once checked in, you may proceed to the department's physical location at:
805 Bill Beck Boulevard
Kissimmee, FL 34744
Phone: 407-343-8700
Fax: 407-343-8626

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The name 'Hilary DeLuca' is written in a flowing green script.
 

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Our Mission

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The Department for Exceptional Student Education will provide a spectrum of innovative support that helps to inspire students with disabilities to reach their highest potential as responsible, productive citizens.

 

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Resource Spotlight

2nd Annual College and Career Readiness Parent Night
The Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Department invites ESE students and their families from across the district to join us for the 2nd Annual ESE College and Career Readiness Parent Night next Thursday, October 22, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM at Gateway High School, located at 93 Panther Paws Trail, Kissimmee, FL 34744.

This district-wide event is open to all students with disabilities and their families, regardless of grade level or level of support. The evening will focus on helping families learn about transition planning and the many opportunities, resources, and supports available to students as they prepare for life after high school.

Families will have the opportunity to:

✅ Learn about transition planning, self-advocacy, independent living, employment, postsecondary education, and adult services
✅ Explore college, career, vocational, and employment pathways
✅ Connect with local colleges, adult service providers, employment agencies, and community organizations from across Central Florida
✅ Gather valuable resources and information to support future planning and student success

🌟 It's never too early to start planning for the future! Whether your student is just beginning their educational journey or preparing for graduation, this event offers valuable information and resources to help families navigate the road ahead.

⚠️ The event will begin promptly at 5:00 PM in the school's auditorium. Please plan to arrive early to allow time for parking and check-in.

We hope you will join us for this informative and engaging evening as we work together to prepare students for success in college, careers, and life beyond high school.

Please RSVP using the following link:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/hv4Bj9Rgcx

 

Studio Movie Grill Special Needs Screenings
Studio Movie Grill Sunset Walk hosts special needs screenings monthly! 

Here is a list of upcoming moves:

  • October 3: Forgotten Island
  • November 14: The Cats Out of the Bag
  • December 5: Hexed
  • January 9: Avengers Doomsday
  • January 16: The Angry Birds Movie 3


All shows are at 11:00 AM. The box office opens at 10:00 AM the day of the show for tickets. 
Special Needs Screenings are FREE for all family members of guests with special needs! Tickets are
available at the Box Office as early as the Wednesday before showtime.

 

FREE Books from New Worlds Reading Initiative
The New Worlds Reading Initiative strives to improve literacy among Florida students by providing families with the tools to read and grow at home.
For more information, please visit this LINK.

 

New Worlds Scholarship Accounts Program

Effective July 1, 2023, the New Worlds Scholarship Accounts Program expanded eligibility to include public school students enrolled in kindergarten through grade 5 who:
have a substantial deficiency in either reading or mathematics;
exhibit characteristics of dyslexia or dyscalculia; or scored below a Level 3 on the statewide, standardized English Language Arts (ELA) or Mathematics assessment in the prior school year.

The eligible expenditures for reimbursement are: instructional materials, curriculum, tuition and fees for part-time tutoring services; fees for specialized summer education programs designed to improve reading, literacy, or mathematics skills; and fees for after-school education programs designed to improve reading, literacy, or mathematics skills.

For more information on the scholarship, please visit this LINK

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