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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.

Diane S. Leichman Career Preparatory and Transition Center is dedicated to empowering students with diverse learning needs, focusing on those who require specialized support to thrive in their educational journey. Serving a range of students, including those with language-based learning disabilities and twice-exceptional individuals, the school fosters an inclusive and nurturing environment where each child can develop essential life skills. The center's mission emphasizes rigorous life skills instruction, ensuring that students engage in vocational, community, and work experiences designed to promote greater independence. With a commitment to high expectations, the dedicated staff collaborates closely with families to set meaningful goals that enhance cultural awareness and community involvement. What sets Leichman CTC apart is its low student-teacher ratio, which allows for personalized attention and tailored instruction, as well as its strong partnerships with families that create a supportive network for students. This unique approach not only prepares students for future success but also cultivates active participation in the broader Los Angeles community.

Technology High School is a distinguished college preparatory magnet school serving students in grades 9 through 12, with a strong emphasis on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Established in 1999 under the Cotati-Rohnert Park Unified School District, the school is dedicated to fostering critical and creative thinking skills within a supportive and small learning community. The curriculum is designed around project-based and applied learning, integrated thematic instruction, and collaborative teamwork, ensuring that students engage deeply with the material while developing essential skills for future success. Technology High School has garnered numerous accolades, including recognition as a California Distinguished School each year of eligibility and being named one of America's best high schools by U.S. News and World Report. Its commitment to academic excellence is further demonstrated by its designation as a National Blue Ribbon School in 2021. With a focus on personalized education and strong family partnerships, Technology High School stands out for its nurturing environment that encourages students to thrive both academically and socially.