Our Lady of Guadalupe Academy

Jefferson Elementary School is a mainstream public elementary school serving grades K-5 in the Calexico Unified School District. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment where all students can achieve academic excellence through engaging and enriching learning experiences. As a public school, Jefferson provides comprehensive special education services including IEP/504 support, resource specialist programs, and special day classes for students with disabilities. The school employs credentialed teachers and support staff who use innovative educational methodologies to meet the diverse needs of each child, ensuring they receive appropriate instruction that promotes both academic and social-emotional development. Jefferson Elementary maintains manageable class sizes to allow for personalized attention and fosters strong partnerships with families through regular communication and community involvement. This mainstream public elementary school provides all mandated California special education services and supports.

CAP Center is part of Calexico Unified School District, providing specialized public special education services and programs for students with disabilities across all grade levels. This district-wide special education center coordinates comprehensive services including resource specialist programs (RSP), special day classes (SDC), and severe handicap (SH) programs for students with moderate to severe disabilities. The center serves students with all categories of disabilities through individualized education plans (IEPs) and provides related services such as speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, and behavioral support. CAP Center employs credentialed special education teachers, licensed therapists, and support staff who implement evidence-based interventions tailored to each student's unique needs. The center emphasizes inclusion practices while also providing specialized instruction for students who require more intensive support. Strong family partnerships and community involvement are central to the center's approach, ensuring that students receive comprehensive support both at school and at home.

Avalon Academy is a specialized private non-public school dedicated to serving students with movement disorders, cerebral palsy, and complex motor and communication needs, ages 5-22. This interdisciplinary program integrates comprehensive special education with full therapeutic services including speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and adapted physical education. The school employs certified special education teachers, licensed therapists, and specialists trained in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to provide individualized education plans tailored to each student's unique physical, communication, and academic needs. Avalon Academy emphasizes a family-focused approach with strong parent partnerships, maintaining low student-teacher ratios to ensure personalized attention. The specialized campus is equipped with adaptive technology, mobility equipment, and therapeutic facilities to support students with complex physical disabilities while promoting independence, communication skills, and academic achievement through evidence-based interventions.