Milestones Program

Students with an Intellectual Impairment who require significant modifications to content, methodology and performance criteria as well as functional skills in areas that will support access to school/content/community.

  • Substantially separate classroom with opportunities for inclusion as outlined in the student’s IEP.
  • Significant modifications to content, methodology and performance criteria
  • Functional instruction
  • Opportunity to work in the community at higher grade levels

In accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA 2004) and Massachusetts special education regulations, 603 CMR 28.00, the Peabody Public School District provides screenings and/or evaluations for all children residing in Peabody, between the ages of 3-21, when parents, caretakers, and/or teachers suspect the presence of a disability.  The purpose of the evaluation is to determine eligibility for special education services. This notice applies to children residing in Peabody who attend either public or private schools. If you suspect your child may have an educational disability, please contact your child’s principal or the Special Education Chairperson for your neighborhood school.  (please see directory)