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DEPARTMENT OF
EXCEPTIONAL LEARNERS

DEPARTMENT OF EXCEPTIONAL LEARNERS


​The Department of Exceptional Learners at Coastal Leadership Academy provides services for students who have been identified with some type of disability. Services are provided for students identified as learning disabled, mentally disabled, emotionally disabled, hearing disabled, visually disabled, and orthopedically disabled. Services are also provided for students diagnosed as Other Health Impaired, Autistic, and Multiply Handicapped, according to state and Federal guidelines. All special education students have an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) that is reviewed annually by their IEP team.

​We, as a department, through perseverance and dedication, fully commit ourselves to provide the tools, knowledge, and compassion to assist these young minds in realizing their potential to the fullest extent.


​CLA DEPARTMENT OF EXCEPTIONAL LEARNERS TEAM

Debra Mexas Special Education Coordinator - dmexas@coastalleadership.org
Aly Duncanson Special Education Teacher - aduncanson@coastalleadership.org
Tamara Slanoc Special Education Teacher- tslanoc@coastalleadership.org
Sundy Rebeschke- srebeschke@coastalleadership.org
For medical homebound information please contact Annie Hickerson by phone or email - ahickerson@coastalleadership.org
Phone: 843-788-9898 Ext. 302
Department of Exceptional Learners Policies & Procedures
Department of Exceptional Learners Procedural Safeguards

​​ANNUAL NOTICE OF CHILD FIND (SPECIAL EDUCATION REFERRAL AND EVALUATION PROCEDURES)
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Upon request, The Charter Institute at Erskine is required to evaluate the child for eligibility for special education services. A request for evaluation is known as a referral. When the district receives a referral, the district  will  appoint  and  Evaluation  Planning team to determine if the child has a disability, and if the child needs special education services. The district locates, identifies, and evaluates all children with disabilities who are enrolled by their parents in schools within the school district.

A school staff member who reasonably believes a child may be a child with a disability has a legal duty to refer the child, including a homeless child, to the school district in which the child is in enrolled. Before referring the child, the person  making  the  referral must inform the child’s parent that the referral will be made.

Others, including parents, who reasonably believe a child is a child with a disability may also refer the child, including a homeless child, to the school or district in which the child is enrolled.

Referrals must be in writing and include the reason why the person believes the child is a child with a disability. A referral may be made by contacting either Special Education Coordinators at Coastal Leadership Academy via email, Debra Mexas dmexas@coastalleadership.org , or by phone at 843-788-9898 or in writing sent to
Department for Exceptional Learners 3710 Palmetto Point Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC, 29588.

Our Child Find Notice be found here.

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When coming to CLA, I was very scared and worried that no one would like me, but that is not the case at all anymore. I believe that CLA has helped me discover my true talent and that is what I am thankful for. I believe I could have not found a better fit than this.
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Sarah, CLA Student

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As a student I was first attracted to the small class size. I was interested in the individualized attention I would receive as a student. The staff and teachers were friendly and welcoming throughout the year not only for academics, but also on a personal level. By having a close school learning environment, the students, staff, and instructors became a family even through distance-learning. I am excited for the fall when we can all come together again.
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Cameron, CLA Student

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Even though I’m part of the amazing staff at CLA, my daughter attends as well. This school is the perfect fit for her because of the limited amount of students. She would go unnoticed at a big public school. Being at CLA gives her the opportunity to have a one on one connection with all of her teachers.
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Miranda Bostick, CLA Staff

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I was first attracted to CLA through its desire to push the status quo by paying closer attention to student needs than the voice behind the curtain dictating norms to follow. As a staff member, CLA is the right fit for me because of the freedom they offer each and every individual who walks through its doors while still providing thoughtful guidance to ensure a rich culture remains woven into our education.
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Dave Weber, CLA Staff

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PBL attracted my parents and myself to go to CLA. It has allowed me to work better with others in a team and learn leadership skills. All staff members and students are amazing. They are open to anyone, care for everyone and love you for who you are. I am visual learner. CLA and teachers have allowed me to learn better. They would use photos, videos, and artistic skills to allow me to learn and understand the content.
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Agustina, CLA Student

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The hands on real life approach to teaching. I'm glad that my student is able to see how what he learns can be applied to a job and real life. The size of the school makes it easier to get extra assistance. And the caring staff wants the students to succeed and you can tell they enjoy teaching. ​
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Heather Williams, CLA Parent

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​I really thought I was finished with my career in education, until I sat down with Joe Greenberg . After an hour long conversation I had a full time job and a new excitement for an opportunity like no other, doing it our way!
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James Brown, CLA Athletics Director

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The small teacher to student ratio was the first thing that attracted me to CLA. As a parent it was great to see them push my child to excel while making learning fun again. The music program was the first thing that attracted him and they have yet to disappoint. It is also great they answer any questions you may have and address all concerns. The teachers are caring and available unlike some other schools. The Principal is the best we have ever dealt with. ​
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Melissa Donaldson, CLA Parent

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​​843.788.9898
3710 Palmetto Pointe Blvd.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
Coastal Leadership Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, or immigrant status in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following persons have been designated to handle the nondiscrimination policies. For questions pertaining to Section 504 contact Annie Hickerson at ​ahickerson@coastalleadership.org​ and for Title IX contact Traci Bryant-Riches at 803/665-2011 or tbryantriches@coastalleadership.org.

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit http://wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov/CFAPPS/OCR/contactus.cfm for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481.
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