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Special School District of St. Louis County, the largest specialized education provider in the state, equips and empowers students of all learning abilities to excel to their greatest potential. This is realized through an inclusive, collaborative approach, supported by our comprehensive resources and deep expertise - all of which is centered on each student’s unique needs.
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![Transportation Staff Treated to Snow Cones]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745608347/ssdmoorg/szese1uewfu3vy4atlay/DSC_0484.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1745608347/ssdmoorg/szese1uewfu3vy4atlay/DSC_0484.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1745608347/ssdmoorg/szese1uewfu3vy4atlay/DSC_0484.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1745608347/ssdmoorg/szese1uewfu3vy4atlay/DSC_0484.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1745608347/ssdmoorg/szese1uewfu3vy4atlay/DSC_0484.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1745608347/ssdmoorg/szese1uewfu3vy4atlay/DSC_0484.jpg","width":2200}])
Bridges School students took time out of their day to make snow cones for SSD Transportation staff.
![Southview Celebrates Earth Day]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745524933/ssdmoorg/rtnyzuqplw1hwn31jtrk/DSC_0219.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1745524933/ssdmoorg/rtnyzuqplw1hwn31jtrk/DSC_0219.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1745524933/ssdmoorg/rtnyzuqplw1hwn31jtrk/DSC_0219.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1745524933/ssdmoorg/rtnyzuqplw1hwn31jtrk/DSC_0219.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1745524933/ssdmoorg/rtnyzuqplw1hwn31jtrk/DSC_0219.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1745524933/ssdmoorg/rtnyzuqplw1hwn31jtrk/DSC_0219.png","width":2200}])
In celebration of Earth Day, students and staff at Southview School created a variety of arts and crafts activities using recycled materials.
![Ms. LaToya Nelson is welcome to her term on the SSD Board of Education by Superintendent Dr. Michael Maclin and Board President Mrs. Carmen Stayton.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745500096/ssdmoorg/gpu6z21qkw38ztfvliix/Subdistrict4.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1745500096/ssdmoorg/gpu6z21qkw38ztfvliix/Subdistrict4.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1745500096/ssdmoorg/gpu6z21qkw38ztfvliix/Subdistrict4.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745500096/ssdmoorg/gpu6z21qkw38ztfvliix/Subdistrict4.png","width":1200}])
At the April 22 meeting, the SSD Board of Education voted to appoint Ms. LaToya Nelson to a one-year term as the new director for Subdistrict 4, which represents the Ferguson-Florissant, Pattonville, and Riverview Gardens school districts.
![Litzsinger Art Walk & Talent Show Engages Families]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745441811/ssdmoorg/vvibjg791mwffdbr2iaa/DSC_0267.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1745441811/ssdmoorg/vvibjg791mwffdbr2iaa/DSC_0267.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1745441811/ssdmoorg/vvibjg791mwffdbr2iaa/DSC_0267.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1745441811/ssdmoorg/vvibjg791mwffdbr2iaa/DSC_0267.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1745441811/ssdmoorg/vvibjg791mwffdbr2iaa/DSC_0267.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1745441811/ssdmoorg/vvibjg791mwffdbr2iaa/DSC_0267.png","width":2200}])
The hallways of Litzsigner School were filled with the family and friends of students for the annual Spring Lunch & Learn, Art Walk, and Talent Show.
![SSD branded photo - Finalsite]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1743622847/ssdmoorg/ej3vdd7wxc8kezy06ruw/SSDbrandedphoto-Finalsite1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1743622847/ssdmoorg/ej3vdd7wxc8kezy06ruw/SSDbrandedphoto-Finalsite1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1743622847/ssdmoorg/ej3vdd7wxc8kezy06ruw/SSDbrandedphoto-Finalsite1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1743622847/ssdmoorg/ej3vdd7wxc8kezy06ruw/SSDbrandedphoto-Finalsite1.png","width":1200}])
A strategic or CSIP (Comprehensive School Improvement Plan) goal area will be highlighted each month to update staff and the community on work being done. This month, we highlight CSIP 3.1.
![Celebrating Partner District Staff Honorees]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745427638/ssdmoorg/empdpqukoip5yybk6jfr/TOYSSOYPD25.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1745427638/ssdmoorg/empdpqukoip5yybk6jfr/TOYSSOYPD25.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1745427638/ssdmoorg/empdpqukoip5yybk6jfr/TOYSSOYPD25.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1745427638/ssdmoorg/empdpqukoip5yybk6jfr/TOYSSOYPD25.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1745427638/ssdmoorg/empdpqukoip5yybk6jfr/TOYSSOYPD25.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1745427638/ssdmoorg/empdpqukoip5yybk6jfr/TOYSSOYPD25.jpg","width":2200}])
During the April 22 Board of Education meeting, SSD celebrated staff working in partner districts who received Teacher of the Year, Support Staff of the Year, and other recognitions this school year.
![Jody Romeo to Serve as Special Education Director for Jennings]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745426893/ssdmoorg/fgfv4nifzjgoov84gywy/JodyRomeo1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1745426893/ssdmoorg/fgfv4nifzjgoov84gywy/JodyRomeo1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1745426893/ssdmoorg/fgfv4nifzjgoov84gywy/JodyRomeo1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745426893/ssdmoorg/fgfv4nifzjgoov84gywy/JodyRomeo1.jpg","width":940}])
During the April 22 Board of Education meeting, Miss Jody Romeo was approved as the new special education director for the Jennings School District.
![The SSD Board Room has a dais with chairs sitting in front of a green chalkboard and the American and Missouri State flags]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1721828764/ssdmoorg/qgapsdjiopnrqpxukfnm/BoardBrief.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1721828764/ssdmoorg/qgapsdjiopnrqpxukfnm/BoardBrief.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1721828764/ssdmoorg/qgapsdjiopnrqpxukfnm/BoardBrief.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1721828764/ssdmoorg/qgapsdjiopnrqpxukfnm/BoardBrief.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1721828764/ssdmoorg/qgapsdjiopnrqpxukfnm/BoardBrief.png","width":1366}])
The Board Brief is a review of actions taken by the SSD Board of Education. It is one more way SSD works to be transparent and improve communication, helping keep our community informed.
SSD Calendar
![April 15 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719331497/ssdmoorg/vwa5yzxgexjt6c2diqzc/DSC_05661.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719331497/ssdmoorg/vwa5yzxgexjt6c2diqzc/DSC_05661.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1719331497/ssdmoorg/vwa5yzxgexjt6c2diqzc/DSC_05661.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1719331497/ssdmoorg/vwa5yzxgexjt6c2diqzc/DSC_05661.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1719331497/ssdmoorg/vwa5yzxgexjt6c2diqzc/DSC_05661.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1719331497/ssdmoorg/vwa5yzxgexjt6c2diqzc/DSC_05661.png","width":2200}])
April 15 2025
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