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Atlanta Area School for the Deaf - Clarkston

Grades and ages

Ages 3-21

Tuition

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About Atlanta Area School for the Deaf - Clarkston

Atlanta Area School for the Deaf is at 890 North Indian Creek Drive in Clarkston. It is a Georgia Department of Education day school that opened in 1972. About 150 students attend across five buildings, coming from more than 30 metro Atlanta districts and agencies. The program serves ages 3 to 21. Instruction uses American Sign Language and English. There is no overnight housing. Local districts provide daily transportation. A student's local school system must refer the child and send current evaluations. The IEP team decides whether AASD is the placement after reviewing present levels and program options. Space in the requested program is required.

Student fit

Who this school serves

Grades and ages

  • Preschool
  • Elementary
  • Middle School
  • High School
  • Ages 3-21

Learning needs supported

  • Deaf
  • Hard of hearing

Specialties

  • Deaf education
  • ASL and English day program
  • Metro Atlanta district referral

Learning and support

Curriculum and therapeutic services

Services and supports

  • ASL/English day program
  • District IEP referral enrollment
  • Early intervention / toddler programs

Programs

Programs at Atlanta Area School for the Deaf - Clarkston

Other programs and supports

  • ASL/English day program
  • District IEP referral enrollment
  • Early intervention / toddler programs

School facts

Practical details for families

Tuition and funding

Tuition: Contact for pricing

  • Public IEP placement / FAPE

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Location and directions

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Physical address

890 North Indian Creek Drive, Clarkston, GA 30021

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Atlanta Area School for the Deaf - Clarkston

How does a student enroll?

The local school system refers the student and sends evaluations, eligibility, the current IEP, and AASD application materials. AASD's enrollment committee reviews a complete packet within five school days and schedules an IEP meeting if no further information is needed.

What ages does AASD serve?

State day-school admission is available for students ages 3 to 21 who are legal residents of Georgia.

Is there a residential option?

No. AASD is a day school and does not provide overnight housing.

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