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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 9

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


Strategic Focus- Analyze the efficiency and effectiveness of the centralized special education referral system.

Strategic Plan 10

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


Strategic Focus- Integrate a common set of norms and agreements around Multi-Tiered Systems of Support. 

Strategic Plan 13

We will engage families in student learning experiences by providing them with a deeper understanding of educational opportunities.


Strategic Focus- Design and deliver informational resources through on-demand content for families.

Strategic Plan 14

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


Strategic Focus- Foster a culture of belonging and broaden awareness of different perspectives and experiences of our stakeholders.

ADS

Dr. Andrea Dixon-Seahorn
Assistant Superintendent

Kimberlee Linard
Executive Administrative Assistant

Phone: 816-736-7099

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Student Services

Rebecca Bressman

Rebecca Bressman

Director III-Student Services
  • Enrollment
  • Residency 
  • McKinney-Vento
  • Foster Care
  • Discipline Hearings
  • Student Compliance
  • Student Records
  • Transfers

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Special Programs

Dr. Jessica Meisenheimer

Dr. Jessica Meisenheimer

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

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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