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Student Equity and Access

The Department of Student Equity & Access endeavors to fulfill our mission to "inspire and empower learners through equitable access to learning experiences and educational opportunities." Our team works closely with school administrators, district leaders, and stakeholder groups to shape, promote, and implement the strategic plan while promoting an inclusive culture. In collaboration with other departments across the organization, we aim to foster a sense of belonging for students and their families through high quality educational experiences, programs, resources, and services provided by the District. Specific components of the District's strategic plan that are coordinated by leaders in the Department of Student Equity & Access include: 

Strategic Plan 7

We will leverage a multi-tiered system of social, emotional, behavioral, and academic support.


Strategic Focus-
Elevate MTSS and bring more coherence to the district-wide structure through consistent implementation at the building level.

Strategic Plan 8

We will leverage a multi-tiered system of social, emotional, behavioral, and academic support.


Strategic Focus- Improve stakeholder understanding and strengthen the feedback loop in the centralized referral process. 

Strategic Plan 12

Our commitment to partnerships and meaningful engagement will empower our stakeholders to realize our shared vision and values that contribute to a thriving community.


Strategic Focus- ncrease family engagement through focus groups to better understand student and families belonging experiences within the school organization.

Strategic Plan 13

We commit to engaging families in their student's education, providing them with a deep understanding of our methods and systems. 


Strategic Focus- Create and curate family learning modules, and provide opportunities for feedback.

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Dr. Andrea Dixon-Seahorn
Assistant Superintendent

Kimberlee Linard
Executive Administrative Assistant

Phone: 816-736-7099

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Special Programs

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Dr. Andrew Schuerman

Director III-Special Programs
  • 504 Plans
  • English Language Learners
  • Gifted Education
  • Counseling and Social Workers
  • Homebound Services
  • Title Programs (I, II, III, and IV)
  • ALL 53  Academic Tutoring
  • Seal of Biliteracy and Pathways to Biliteracy

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Special Services

Dr. Jennifer Alexis Stark

Director IV-Special Services
  • Connect Program
  • BEST Program
  • ESC (Essential Skills Classroom)
  • VI (Vision Impaired Program)
  • R2 (Residency Program)
  • ECC (Early Childhood Special Education)
  • Special Education Resource
     

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Student Services

Rebecca Bressman

Director III-Student Services