The goal of our CARE Team (Integrative Student Support Team) is to provide early identification of, and early interventions for general education students in the areas of academic, behavior, and social relations. At NCS, the CARE Team is composed of an administrator who helps guide, organize, and plan the meeting, the Special Education teacher who provides learning support and care (academic), the Student Support Coordinator who helps bridge discipline and guidance (behavior), and the School Counselor who assists with social inclusion (peer relationships). The CARE Team can be considered a “think tank” on guiding teachers in delivering high-quality instruction as well as supporting teachers to implement interventions for small groups and individuals as needed. The CARE Team is not a function of Special Education, although the team could, after interventions have been implemented, refer a student for a Special Education assessment.
The CARE Team uses many methods and insights to support students. In addition, Novato Charter School began working with Kim John Payne, Director of the Center for Social Sustainability in 2013. This partnership strengthened the work of the SST process and collaboration with teachers to further encourage healthy social interactions among students.
Education research recognizes that social and emotional learning are prerequisites for academic success. To ensure that students have this foundation for healthy learning, NCS is committed to fostering healthy relationships within the community of students, teachers, and parents. This value is reflected in our School’s Core Values, throughout the curriculum, and implicit in the workings of the school.
Special Education
Novato Charter School works with the Eldorado County SELPA to provide special education services to qualifying students.
