How It Works
The purpose of enrollment at Pilot School is to work toward readiness for the next learning environment that will be most appropriate. Most of our students continue their education within regular education settings.
The process begins as a student approaches grade level achievement in academic areas, exhibits independence as a learner, and has well developed age appropriate problem solving and coping skills, or, if the student approaches the upper age limits of our population.
Each October a Placement Meeting is conducted for all interested parents. Lists of Open Houses for area schools are distributed, and requirements such as school visits, psychological and educational testing, and entrance testing are discussed.
In order to determine any need for ongoing support such as extended time for testing, books on iPod, preferential seating, or therapy, etc., a psychological evaluation is completed during the final Pilot School year. Two types of standardized testing can also be completed, and along with educational performance data that are collected by the classroom teachers, school recommendations for each child is made. Faculty members observe in area schools on a regular basis to keep up with changes in curriculum and expectations.
Pilot tracks its students as far as possible both formally and informally. The Director of Placement Support coordinates and maintains appropriate communication with former families to gather information that is used to strengthen programs for current students.
Our Students Are Very Successful
