Special Education
Rancho Vista is exceptionally proud of our comprehensive special education services and successful
programs. Our work is grounded in high expectations, high-quality research-based instruction, meaningful
inclusion, collaboration, and a deep understanding of each student as an individual learner. Together, our
programs and highly skilled staff support students academically, behaviorally, socially, and emotionally
while celebrating the unique strengths and abilities each student brings to our school community.
programs. Our work is grounded in high expectations, high-quality research-based instruction, meaningful
inclusion, collaboration, and a deep understanding of each student as an individual learner. Together, our
programs and highly skilled staff support students academically, behaviorally, socially, and emotionally
while celebrating the unique strengths and abilities each student brings to our school community.
Learning Center (RSP)
Our Learning Center provides individualized, small-group Specialized Academic Instruction (SAI) for
students with IEPs who benefit from additional support in specific core academic areas. Highly qualified
special education teachers and support staff provide targeted instruction aligned with IEP goals while
reinforcing grade-level standards and classroom learning. This focused support helps students build
academic skills, confidence, and independence while maximizing their success in general education.
Our Learning Center provides individualized, small-group Specialized Academic Instruction (SAI) for
students with IEPs who benefit from additional support in specific core academic areas. Highly qualified
special education teachers and support staff provide targeted instruction aligned with IEP goals while
reinforcing grade-level standards and classroom learning. This focused support helps students build
academic skills, confidence, and independence while maximizing their success in general education.
Special Day Classrooms (SDC)
Rancho Vista’s Special Day Classrooms serve students with more extensive learning needs through
individualized, research-based instruction, small-group learning, and high academic and behavioral
expectations. Inclusion is a cornerstone of our program, with SDC and general education teachers
collaborating to provide meaningful opportunities for students to learn and participate alongside their
peers. Our culture of kindness, respect, and appreciation for individual differences ensures that every
student is welcomed, included, and valued.
Rancho Vista’s Special Day Classrooms serve students with more extensive learning needs through
individualized, research-based instruction, small-group learning, and high academic and behavioral
expectations. Inclusion is a cornerstone of our program, with SDC and general education teachers
collaborating to provide meaningful opportunities for students to learn and participate alongside their
peers. Our culture of kindness, respect, and appreciation for individual differences ensures that every
student is welcomed, included, and valued.
Designated Instructional Services (DIS)
Rancho Vista provides a comprehensive range of services, including Speech and Language, Occupational
Therapy, Physical Therapy, Adaptive Physical Education, and Behavior and Socialization Intervention
Services (BASIS). These specialists collaborate with teachers, special education staff, and families to
provide coordinated support that helps students access instruction, develop independence, and strengthen
skills in a variety of school based activities.
Rancho Vista provides a comprehensive range of services, including Speech and Language, Occupational
Therapy, Physical Therapy, Adaptive Physical Education, and Behavior and Socialization Intervention
Services (BASIS). These specialists collaborate with teachers, special education staff, and families to
provide coordinated support that helps students access instruction, develop independence, and strengthen
skills in a variety of school based activities.
Behavior Support Team
Our BASIS team is a highly successful in-house behavior support program led by a Board Certified
Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and supported by more than 30 experienced Behavior Interventionists. The team
provides individualized behavior support, implements Behavior Support Plans, and helps students
strengthen academic engagement, social skills, communication, and independence through research-based
practices, including ABA.
Our BASIS team is a highly successful in-house behavior support program led by a Board Certified
Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and supported by more than 30 experienced Behavior Interventionists. The team
provides individualized behavior support, implements Behavior Support Plans, and helps students
strengthen academic engagement, social skills, communication, and independence through research-based
practices, including ABA.
The BASIS team works closely with SDC, RSP, and general education teachers, DIS providers, and families
to create consistent, individualized support across all educational settings.
A Commitment to Every Student
At Rancho Vista, special education is an integral part of our school community. We are proud of our
dedicated professionals, collaborative programs, and culture of inclusion. Together, we remove barriers,
celebrate strengths, and provide every student with the support and opportunities they need to learn, grow,
belong, and thrive.
At Rancho Vista, special education is an integral part of our school community. We are proud of our
dedicated professionals, collaborative programs, and culture of inclusion. Together, we remove barriers,
celebrate strengths, and provide every student with the support and opportunities they need to learn, grow,
belong, and thrive.