Vision

We envision a model learning community, which integrates disabled and non-disabled students by providing a dynamic, cohesive curriculum leading towards each student's achievement of his/her highest potential.
 

Mission

We are a public school, which
educates disabled and non-disabled students
in an integrated setting.

• We provide a safe, trusting learning environment that creates a partnership amongst home, school and community.
   

• We enhance individual self-esteem by promoting understanding and acceptance of diverse cultures.

• We are accountable for student achievement through a progression of assessments, planning, implementation, evaluation, and reassessment.
   

• We provide an cohesive continuum of instruction to enable all students to reach their highest potential.

Beliefs

We Believe...

• that all students have the right to learn to their maximum potential.

• that each student will develop a positive self-concept.

• that every student deserves instruction that meets their individual needs and learning modalities.

• in working collaboratively to help all students achieve.

• in effective teaching strategies based on real-life situations.

• in providing a positive and supportive learning environment.

• in upholding high standards of integrity.

• in respecting the value of everyone's uniqueness.

• that our school community is one of trust, support, dedication, creativity, and pride.

Principal's Message

Perez School is a very special center for learning. Our school offers comprehensive programs for children whose ages range from 3 to 22 and whose needs are most appropriately met in a special school environment. The students participate in a variety of program designs including: Special Day classes; Secondary Departmentalized Programs; as well as Community Based Instruction. Designated Instructional Services such as Speech Therapy, Adaptive Physical Education, Visually Impaired Services; Physical Therapy Services; Occupational Therapy Services, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services are also provided as recommended in each students Individualized Education Program. The special education students at Perez also participate in a well established Interaction Program with students from nearby Brooklyn Avenue School.

Perez also offers general education programs which include: State Preschool, and Kindergarten through Fifth grades. The general education students enjoy high quality instruction in a safe, supportive environment. Perez staff and parents work together as a family team to create a positive educational environment designed to maximize student achievement.

Come visit us at Perez.

Michael Joaquin Terry
Principal