Special School District of St. Louis County

Special School District of St. Louis County Welcome to the official page of Special School District of St. Louis County. Special School District of St.

Louis County, the largest specialized education provider in the State of Missouri, equips and empowers students of all learning abilities to excel to their greatest potential. This is realized through an inclusive, collaborative approach, supported by our comprehensive resources and deep expertise - all of which is centered on each student’s unique needs. Learn more about us on our website, www.ssdmo.org.

SSD's Board of Education will hold a Business meeting on Tuesday, June 23, beginning at 5:45 PM.Topics for the meeting i...
06/19/2026

SSD's Board of Education will hold a Business meeting on Tuesday, June 23, beginning at 5:45 PM.

Topics for the meeting include the Public Review Committee (PRC) final report, FY26 fourth quarter Strategic Plan and CSIP update, FY27 professional development plan and budget, and an update on curriculum, assessment plan, and course guides.

For more information, visit www.ssdmo.org/Board
The meeting will be live-streamed on YouTube: https://buff.ly/OiFnZaU

This Juneteenth, SSD recognizes and honors the history, resilience, and contributions of African Americans and the lasti...
06/19/2026

This Juneteenth, SSD recognizes and honors the history, resilience, and contributions of African Americans and the lasting significance of this day in our nation’s history.

Juneteenth offers an opportunity to reflect on the importance of freedom, acknowledge the ongoing pursuit of equity, and celebrate the strength and achievements of African American communities.

SSD buildings, schools, and programs will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026, in observance of Juneteenth.

Emily Kresyman has been selected as director of human resources. Kresyman most recently served as partner district direc...
06/18/2026

Emily Kresyman has been selected as director of human resources. Kresyman most recently served as partner district director for Maplewood Richmond Heights School District and brings 15 years of experience with SSD to the role.

“I am incredibly honored to step into the role of Director of Human Resources. I am committed to leading our Human Resources Department with integrity, equity, and strategic vision. My focus will be on building a high-capacity workforce through equitable hiring practices, strong staff advocacy, and a culture of trust, ensuring our teams are fully equipped to champion the diverse needs of our students. I look forward to strengthening our partnerships, streamlining our processes, and recruiting top talent to support our students and families.”

Read the full announcement: https://buff.ly/z5QFkK6

Join us in celebrating the recipients of the 2026 Starfish Awards, presented by the Special Education Foundation (SEF)!E...
06/16/2026

Join us in celebrating the recipients of the 2026 Starfish Awards, presented by the Special Education Foundation (SEF)!

Eleven outstanding individuals from the SSD community have been honored for creating meaningful change through small but powerful actions. The Starfish Awards recognize SSD team members from each subdistrict and SSD schools. Community Starfish Awards were also given to leaders and advocates who go above and beyond for SSD students.

This year’s Starfish Award winners include:
- Debbie Young, paraprofessional at Ackerman School
- Donald Stanley, paraprofessional in Jennings School District
- Jennifer Paris, instructional coach in Rockwood School District
- Jessica Klimpel, special education teacher in Webster Groves School District
- Karlon Bishop, social worker in Parkway Schools
- Jennifer Corcoran, speech-language pathologist in Ladue School District
- Lisa Thomas, special education coordinator in Ferguson-Florissant School District
- Amanda Schroer, special education teacher in Hancock Place School District

Community Starfish Awards were presented to:
- Adrienne Eaglin, SSD director of FACE (Family and Community Engagement)
- Dr. Daniel Cuneo, SSD Board of Education vice president
- Laurie Williams, SEF Board of Directors

Congratulations to all the honorees for making waves of positive change!

Summit Academy is excited to announce the launch of its new dual enrollment program in partnership with St. Louis Commun...
06/11/2026

Summit Academy is excited to announce the launch of its new dual enrollment program in partnership with St. Louis Community College! ✨🏔️

The program empowers students to complete high school while earning college credit, allowing them to choose from a wide range of STLCC online classes. Supported by dedicated teachers and staff, students are gaining confidence in their academic abilities, discovering new possibilities, and building a sense of hope and purpose. As school counselor Lindsay Traffas shares, “Our students are gaining confidence in their academic abilities and seeing a future through education. It has brought them hope and purpose to their time with us.”

Students are already making ambitious strides toward their goals. This summer, two students are set to take psychology and criminal justice—one with dreams of becoming a lawyer and attending Jackson State University, and another inspired to pursue architecture after seeing his peers succeed. For many, the program is more than just an academic opportunity; it’s a chance to learn about themselves, develop life skills, and take pride in their accomplishments. As one student put it, “I never thought I would be doing college work, but when I started the classes it opened my mind.”

With more students enrolling—including a future fashion designer aiming for her master’s degree—the sense of possibility at Summit Academy has never been stronger! 💪

Summer is a great time to explore and learn together as a family! SSD’s FACE (Family and Community Engagement) encourage...
06/05/2026

Summer is a great time to explore and learn together as a family! SSD’s FACE (Family and Community Engagement) encourages families to take advantage of the many educational and affordable opportunities our community has to offer this summer. When students visit places like the Zoo, Art Museum, or Science Center, they experience things that cannot be replicated in a classroom. Educators call this building background knowledge—the real-world experiences that help students better understand what they read and learn in school.

Check out the 2026 Summer Family Activities Guide today: https://buff.ly/BJwfwY4

🌈 Pride Month at SSD 🌈This June, Special School District recognizes and celebrates the LGBTQIA+ community and the many w...
06/01/2026

🌈 Pride Month at SSD 🌈

This June, Special School District recognizes and celebrates the LGBTQIA+ community and the many ways its members enrich our schools.

Pride Month celebrates diversity, the importance of inclusion, and the need for environments where all students, staff, and families feel welcome.

When we value authenticity, diverse experiences, compassion, and respect throughout our community, we are celebrating Pride. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

The next Governing Council meeting will take place on June 1 at 7 PM. The Governing Council reviews and approves the Dis...
05/28/2026

The next Governing Council meeting will take place on June 1 at 7 PM.

The Governing Council reviews and approves the District's annual budget; reviews and approves a five-year rolling plan for the District; and interviews and elects the seven members of the SSD Board of Education

📋 To view the agenda or find out more about the Governing Council, visit: https://buff.ly/ho42h6f

📹 To watch the live stream of the meeting, please visit the District's YouTube channel:
https://buff.ly/hx2HKwi

North Tech construction trades instructor Patrick Hanneken was honored with an Emerging Leader Award by the Construction...
05/27/2026

North Tech construction trades instructor Patrick Hanneken was honored with an Emerging Leader Award by the Construction Forum for his work creating opportunities for students and strengthening connections between education and industry. This is his second recognition this year.

Congratulations, Patrick. We’re proud to have you representing North Tech!

Read the story: https://buff.ly/QhyENdV

The Board Brief is a review of actions taken by the SSD Board of Education. It is one more way SSD is working to be tran...
05/27/2026

The Board Brief is a review of actions taken by the SSD Board of Education. It is one more way SSD is working to be transparent and improve communication, helping keep our community informed.

Learn more: https://buff.ly/zqQ1XQr

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