Early Childhood Special Education Program
Our trademark program for qualifying young children with special needs offers comprehensive classroom and therapy services. In this program, our certified early childhood special education teachers offer individualized and appropriate learning activities for each child. Physical, occupational, and speech-language therapy services are provided in accordance with each child’s individualized education plan (IEP).
Educational Therapy Services
At SLC, our pediatric therapists–physical, occupational, and speech-language—work with each other and with family members to assess each child’s current functioning level. Our therapists are certified and licensed in their respective fields and provide services to children in a variety of environments.
Crayon Kids Child Care Program
Our licensed childcare program for children with and without disabilities ages 6 weeks through age 5. The Crayon Kids Childcare Program offers quality care and a quality education experience. Each of our 3 childcare rooms are designed to promote age-appropriate positive growth and development for young children. Staff within the Crayon Kids Childcare Program are trained and experienced in child development. The student/teacher ratio is kept to a minimum to maximize each child’s progress.
Missouri First Steps
First Steps is Missouri’s Early Intervention system for infants and toddlers, birth to age 3, who have delayed development or diagnosed conditions that are associated with developmental disabilities. First Steps works with families by ensuring that coordinated services are provided as conveniently as possible.
Capable Kids and Families ®
This program is a free program designed for families with children who have been diagnosed with a developmental disability or delay.
Camp Jade
Our summer camp for school age children with special needs (ages 7-15). The camp provides fun activities and field trips and is generally held for two weeks in July. From art activities to swimming, bowling, gymnastics, the camp provides opportunities for children with special needs to experience camp activities and field trips specifically designed for them.
