Will Rogers Elementary School
Special Services

Counseling

A counselor works with children needing individual attention and coordinates all group and individual testing and placement activities.  Classroom Guidance sessions are conducted in all grades on a regular basis.  Areas of emphasis include:  study skills, responsibility, self-concept, friendship, cooperation, and decision-making. 

 

Elementary Art

An art teacher works weekly with all fifth grade students.  Emphasis is placed on individual art techniques, appreciation, and understanding.

 

Enrichment Program

An enrichment program is provided for students who qualify as intellectually gifted.  The group meets for a half-day each week.

 

Health

The school health program includes various activities directed toward the promotion of good health and fitness habits.  Approximately 30 minutes of health instruction per week is provided for students in grades one through four by the health teacher.

 

Indian Health Counseling and Tutoring

Personnel assist both teachers and children in meeting needs related to Indian Education.

 

Learning Disabilities Lab

Services are provided by a specialist who works with children who have been determined to have learning differences after a series of tests and conferences.  Children who qualify are given an Individualized Education Program (IEP) to help meet their specific learning needs. 

 

Music

Approximately 60 minutes of music instruction is provided per week for students in grades one through five.  Emphasis is on general music as well as vocal music.

 

Nursing

Nursing services incorporate identifying student health needs, administering health screening tests, providing emergency care for ill and injured children, giving health counseling and safety instruction, and assisting in the maintenance of a healthful school environment.  Several nurses serve Edmond Public Schools through traveling assignments.

 

Physical Education

Classes meet for approximately 60 minutes of instruction per week.  Emphasis is on motor skill development.  The predominant activity focus is manipulative skill, gymnastics, and expressive movement. 

 

Physical and Occupational Therapy

Services are provided where needs exist.

 

Testing

Services are provided by school psychometrists for students referred for specific needs. 

 

Chapter I

Federally funded services are provided in reading or mathematics.

 

Speech Therapy

Speech therapy is provided by a speech/language pathologist for designated children through a referral process between parents and teachers in conference.  Children who qualify for speech services are provided with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) to help meet their specific needs.