All students possess unique physical, intellectual and cognitive characteristics which influence instruction.  Alta Vista High School seeks to maximize the potential of all students regardless of ability. Every newly enrolled child at Alta Vista High School undergoes a 45 day screening process to monitor for potential physical, cognitive or emotional disabilities.  If a student enrolls at Alta Vista High School with active or expired special education documentation, the student’s records are immediately provided to the special education coordinator. 

 If a student is perceived to have disability, or documentation indicates that the student has received services, the special education coordinator may discuss further action needed with staff and the student’s family. 

If parents perceive that their child is not benefiting from general education services, they may request, at no cost, an evaluation of their child’s cognitive and intellectual ability.  
The special education coordinator, in conjunction with school staff, will review requests and respond to parents in a timely manner, in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).  If an evaluation is warranted, the school will provide complete results in 60 calendar days of a written request.  Students and families have the right to appeal decisions made by the staff of Alta Vista High School.  Appeals or grievances will be directed to the School Principal. 

Students who are eligible for special education services will receive the appropriate instruction in the least restrictive environment with the full implementation of their Individualized Education Plan (IEP).  

Students who receive their education with guidance from an Individualized Education Program may benefit from range of scheduling options and small group instruction.  The certified special education coordinator serves as a consultative service to the general education teacher to ensure that appropriate levels of instruction, accommodations or modifications are provided.  Students and families who disagree with program or placement options may, in writing, file a grievance with the school principal.  The school principal will review all concerns and respond in a timely manner.  If a student or family member disagrees with a school based decision, the student or family member may contact the school’s management company, The Leona Group of Arizona. TLG’s director of special education will attempt to resolve grievances. 

Parents have the right to review educational records according to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).

At this time, Arizona law requires special education students to participate in taking the AIMS test.
For more information on our Special Education, contact Mr. Lopez SPED Coordinator at 520-294-4922 Tommy.Lopez@leonagroup.com