As a Parent, what makes sending my special needs child to an Edison school so beneficial? A Proven Record of Success Since 1995, there has been considerable academic, social and emotional growth in students with special needs at Edison schools across the country. Teachers, parents, and the students themselves have experienced how clear expectations, sustained support, appropriately adapted instruction and the partnership of general and special education have beneficial effects on students' significant special learning needs. A Schoolwide Responsibility At Edison, improving and maintaining a school's learning environment, including managing students' behavior, is a part of the mission of the school as a whole. Edison teachers and administrators act together on their understanding that a positive school environment impacts the entire school and every student's ability to achieve. SES staff contribute to the sustained effort of the entire school community to build a positive and caring school society that encourages students to take the risks of learning. Full Compliance with Federal and State Special Education Law Edison Schools follow Federal and State guidelines governing special education, including the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Back to Feature Article...