Amid Chicago Public Schools’ ongoing efforts to revamp its approach to serving students with disabilities, the district announced the appointment of a new chief to helm its Office of Diverse Learner Supports and Services on Thursday. Joshua Long, a former speech pathologist and principal of CPS’ Southside Occupational Academy High School, which provides vocational programs to special education .
Hillsborough County Public Schools celebrated the official opening of the new Dorothy Thomas Exceptional Center, which is tailored to meet the needs of students with disabilities and specialized behavioral issues.