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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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![Over 100 Athletes Play in Volleyball Tournament]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763397305/ssdmoorg/izncpzqyrsj1siofhvfn/DSC_0183.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1763397305/ssdmoorg/izncpzqyrsj1siofhvfn/DSC_0183.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1763397305/ssdmoorg/izncpzqyrsj1siofhvfn/DSC_0183.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1763397305/ssdmoorg/izncpzqyrsj1siofhvfn/DSC_0183.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1763397305/ssdmoorg/izncpzqyrsj1siofhvfn/DSC_0183.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1763397305/ssdmoorg/izncpzqyrsj1siofhvfn/DSC_0183.png","width":2200}])
The tournament was held at Ladue Horton Watkins High School with over 100 athletes from six different schools participating.
![Bridges Embraces Therapy Dog]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763045407/ssdmoorg/w1m52leu1q7yee0rzitd/DuoDogs.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1763045407/ssdmoorg/w1m52leu1q7yee0rzitd/DuoDogs.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1763045407/ssdmoorg/w1m52leu1q7yee0rzitd/DuoDogs.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1763045407/ssdmoorg/w1m52leu1q7yee0rzitd/DuoDogs.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1763045407/ssdmoorg/w1m52leu1q7yee0rzitd/DuoDogs.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1763045407/ssdmoorg/w1m52leu1q7yee0rzitd/DuoDogs.png","width":2200}])
Ruby, a nine-year-old Aussiedoodle and touch therapy dog, was the star of the show during Duo Dog’s visit to Bridges School.
![Board Brief - Nov. 12, 2025]([{"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.
![Normandy Creates Social-Emotional Learning Lounges]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762808454/ssdmoorg/zu67bfmwc9ewy9qzp8bt/thumb-a7a940212f6f9e43be11c00c4639a3b9.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762808454/ssdmoorg/zu67bfmwc9ewy9qzp8bt/thumb-a7a940212f6f9e43be11c00c4639a3b9.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1762808454/ssdmoorg/zu67bfmwc9ewy9qzp8bt/thumb-a7a940212f6f9e43be11c00c4639a3b9.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762808454/ssdmoorg/zu67bfmwc9ewy9qzp8bt/thumb-a7a940212f6f9e43be11c00c4639a3b9.jpg","width":1200}])
Students at Normandy Middle School and Normandy High School now have a space dedicated to emotional regulation, reflection, and reconnection, thanks to the addition of new Social-Emotional Learning Lounges (SELL) to the buildings.
![Northview Holds Annual Fall Festival]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761933539/ssdmoorg/r1qpuhdlsfwdx4kjebt1/DSC_0071.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761933539/ssdmoorg/r1qpuhdlsfwdx4kjebt1/DSC_0071.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761933539/ssdmoorg/r1qpuhdlsfwdx4kjebt1/DSC_0071.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1761933539/ssdmoorg/r1qpuhdlsfwdx4kjebt1/DSC_0071.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1761933539/ssdmoorg/r1qpuhdlsfwdx4kjebt1/DSC_0071.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1761933539/ssdmoorg/r1qpuhdlsfwdx4kjebt1/DSC_0071.jpg","width":2200}])
Northview High School was filled with Halloween-themed activities, crafts, and games for its annual fall festival.
![Board Members Recognized for Professional Development Achievements]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761849806/ssdmoorg/ewlpbzxctlchfnv8mvpu/102825_BOECerts.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761849806/ssdmoorg/ewlpbzxctlchfnv8mvpu/102825_BOECerts.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761849806/ssdmoorg/ewlpbzxctlchfnv8mvpu/102825_BOECerts.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1761849806/ssdmoorg/ewlpbzxctlchfnv8mvpu/102825_BOECerts.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1761849806/ssdmoorg/ewlpbzxctlchfnv8mvpu/102825_BOECerts.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1761849806/ssdmoorg/ewlpbzxctlchfnv8mvpu/102825_BOECerts.jpg","width":2200}])
The SSD Board of Education continues to demonstrate its commitment to growth, learning, and strong governance. Earlier this year, the Board made the collective decision to work toward earning the Missouri School Board Governance Team Award, which they plan to apply for in January.
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.
![Live Opera Brought to SSD Classrooms]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761683964/ssdmoorg/mf0hbd96sixoio3oujl2/DSC_0150.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761683964/ssdmoorg/mf0hbd96sixoio3oujl2/DSC_0150.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761683964/ssdmoorg/mf0hbd96sixoio3oujl2/DSC_0150.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1761683964/ssdmoorg/mf0hbd96sixoio3oujl2/DSC_0150.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1761683964/ssdmoorg/mf0hbd96sixoio3oujl2/DSC_0150.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1761683964/ssdmoorg/mf0hbd96sixoio3oujl2/DSC_0150.png","width":2200}])
Southview and Northview classrooms were introduced to the world of opera with the Opera Theatre of St. Louis’ Opera on the Go.
SSD Calendar
![November 15]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749138972/ssdmoorg/huyaizfscdqabfbrvssq/DSC_00691.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749138972/ssdmoorg/huyaizfscdqabfbrvssq/DSC_00691.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1749138972/ssdmoorg/huyaizfscdqabfbrvssq/DSC_00691.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1749138972/ssdmoorg/huyaizfscdqabfbrvssq/DSC_00691.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1749138972/ssdmoorg/huyaizfscdqabfbrvssq/DSC_00691.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1749138972/ssdmoorg/huyaizfscdqabfbrvssq/DSC_00691.jpg","width":2200}])
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