Special Education
South Valley Academy provides a Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) to all students who are accepted through our lottery, according to New Mexico State and Federal laws.
South Valley Academy adheres to an inclusive model of education. Special education services are provided within the general education setting by accommodating and modifying curriculum and, as determined by Individualized Education Programs, through in-class support of a special education teacher and/or educational assistant. Special education services are also available during office hours and at other times as determined according to the needs of students.
Special Education Resources for Parents - PDF Format
Special Education Faculty and Staff
Director:
- Dr. Steve Eckert, Director of Inclusion and Supports
Faculty:
- Sean Ottmer, Gifted Teacher
- Abbie Martinez, MS Special Education Teacher
- Janelle Michel, MS Special Education Teacher
- Nancy Douglas, MS Special Education Teacher
- Jessica Mares, HS Special Education Teacher
- Charles Ellis, HS Special Education Teacher
Education Assistants:
- Iris Gutierrez, MS Special Education EA
- Gema Tarango, MS Special Education EA
- Samantha Gabaldon, HS Special Education EA
- Joseph Perea, HS Special Education EA