special education
noun
: classes or instruction designed for students with special educational needs
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Hirsch’s journey began in 2022 while working as a special education teacher in Chicago.
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Nia Bowers, USA Today, 13 Nov. 2025
John worked as a special education teacher and football coach at LaFayette High School, according to a Facebook post shared by Dade County Cross Country/Track and Field.
—Abigail Adams, PEOPLE, 10 Nov. 2025
Rise & Grind Cafe in the community Rise & Grind began in 2010 at Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) as a special education program to teach students subjects like math but also how to be responsible.
—Everett Eaton, jsonline.com, 7 Nov. 2025
The board uses statewide assessments, English proficiency, attendance, special education metrics, and graduation rates and progress to determine a school's performance.
—Erick Trevino, AZCentral.com, 3 Nov. 2025
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Nia Bowers, USA Today, 13 Nov. 2025
John worked as a special education teacher and football coach at LaFayette High School, according to a Facebook post shared by Dade County Cross Country/Track and Field.
—Abigail Adams, PEOPLE, 10 Nov. 2025
Rise & Grind Cafe in the community Rise & Grind began in 2010 at Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) as a special education program to teach students subjects like math but also how to be responsible.
—Everett Eaton, jsonline.com, 7 Nov. 2025
The board uses statewide assessments, English proficiency, attendance, special education metrics, and graduation rates and progress to determine a school's performance.
—Erick Trevino, AZCentral.com, 3 Nov. 2025
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“Special education.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/special%20education. Accessed 21 Nov. 2025.
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