Personalized Support Is Key to Helping Special Education Cyber Students

At Achievement House Cyber Charter School, we are widely recognized for our outstanding Special Education program, where every student can thrive with individualized guidance and well-supported learning. Our renowned program offers tiered learning, life skills, emotional, and autistic support services, along with related services to help each student meet their post-high school goals.  

Students can benefit from the Fast Track Literacy program, flexible extended school year options, social-emotional instruction, optional remedial and resource support, and fully tailored schedules. Families are active partners through our Family-School Checkpoint System and parent involvement opportunities. This comprehensive approach empowers students to build confidence, achieve their goals, and prepare for lifelong success. 

Our Unique Special Education Philosophy 

Every student can succeed with personalized, well-supported learning. We honor each child’s uniqueness by offering flexible options and multiple ways to interact with lessons and demonstrate understanding – live or asynchronously, one-on-one, in small groups, or whole-class settings. Students also learn to use technology, including artificial intelligence, as a tool to assist in solving real-world problems, preparing them to thrive academically and confidently beyond high school. 

How Special Education Works in a Cyber Setting 

At Achievement House, personalized support ensures that no part of a student’s learning journey is overlooked. Our certified special education professionals use data to differentiate instruction and ensure all students can equally access grade level learning. Students can participate in live classes or asynchronous lessons while collaborating with peers through discussion boards, group projects, and interactive activities.  

Students can access related services virtually, in-home, or at local community locations, with all the required materials and technology provided. Parents often rave that their child has never experienced this level of personalized support and flexibility before joining Achievement House, allowing their child to fully engage in their education from the comfort and safety of their home. 

Comprehensive Special Ed Services and Supports  

We believe that students thrive when they have access to the right support at the right time. That’s why our Special Education program offers a full continuum of services designed to meet a wide range of academic, emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs. Whether a student requires intensive intervention, targeted therapy, or consistent instructional guidance, our team works collaboratively to ensure every child receives meaningful, personalized support. These services are delivered virtually or in the home, giving families flexibility while ensuring students have everything they need to grow and succeed. 

Our special education services include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Speech therapy 

• Occupational therapy 

• Counseling and behavioral support 

• Tutoring and academic intervention 

• Personal care assistant (PCA) support 

• Reading specialists 

• Vision therapy 

• Audiological services 

• Social-emotional instruction and small-group counseling 

• Three optional 45-minute resource periods each week 

Our tiered social-emotional classes provide evidence-based instruction for students who need additional emotional or behavioral support, helping them build self-regulation, communication skills, and confidence. 

Students who need reading intervention benefit from our Fast Track Literacy program, which provides three weekly group sessions using the research-based HD Words curriculum. This program helps close the gap between a student’s instructional reading level and their grade level. 

Achievement House’s special education teachers, co-teachers, and case managers also work closely with general education staff to ensure accommodations and modifications are implemented consistently and effectively across all classes. 

Beyond academic and therapeutic support, students benefit from ongoing mentorship, family guidance, and access to community resources that extend learning and support beyond the virtual classroom. This holistic approach ensures that every student has the tools, encouragement, and confidence they need to succeed. 

Accommodations for Online Special Education 

Individualized accommodations and modifications are embedded directly into lesson versions delivered through Schoology grading groups, ensuring students receive materials tailored to their instructional needs. We support our students in a variety of ways to ensure their specially designed instruction needs are met.  

Examples include the following:  

• Different question sets or levels of math problems  

• Touch screen devices 

• Combined print and digital learning experiences 

• Modified workspace 

• Hands-on manipulatives 

• Closed-captioning for all live sessions 

• Audio versions for all text 

• Scaffolded versions of assignments  

• Extra guided examples  

• Individual messaging from the teacher during live class  

• Anonymous response options to encourage risk-taking  

• Multiple ways to respond (audio, video, written text)  

Students frequently have a choice in how they demonstrate learning. For example, completing an activity through Classkick, Gimkit, or traditional Schoology quizzes.  

This allows students to participate confidently without feeling singled out or different from their peers.  

Supporting Families Through the IEP Process 

Special Education case managers maintain frequent contact with families, guiding them through every step of planning. Students can extend learning in independent math and reading labs using research-based programs, while parents reinforce skills at home. Families and students also participate in monthly Lunch and Learn workshops, offering practical tips, resources, and strategies to maximize student success. Monthly newsletters are sent to students and families with a wealth of resources and updates pertaining to special education. We are committed to making families feel supported and involved throughout their child’s educational journey. 

Empowering Special Education Students to Thrive 

Every child deserves to feel supported and prepared for their future. Our Special Education program combines personalized instruction, flexible learning, and a full continuum of support services, making Achievement House an ideal choice for families seeking flexibility and personal attention. With strong staff and student retention, families can trust our experienced, dedicated team to help every student reach their full potential. 

Student Engagement Is Key to Success 

Engaging students in their cyber education is key to success. We use a wide range of technologies and instructional strategies to ensure students remain actively engaged in learning, live and asynchronously. Our teachers use the instructional technique called scaffolding, an instructional approach in which guided support is gradually removed as students gain confidence and mastery. This includes the “I Do, We Do, You Do” release model, with lessons intentionally designed so that slides and activities increase in difficulty as support fades.  

Teachers integrate multiple interactive digital platforms – Classkick, Nearpod, Genially, and Newsela – to create immersive learning experiences. Students can work independently or alongside a live teacher while interacting with the content in meaningful ways.  

Examples of interactive learning activities include:  

• Escape rooms  

• Hot-spot click activities  

• Gamified quizzes  

• Interactive timelines  

• Drag-and-drop activities  

• Draw-it/annotation tasks  

• Virtual reality field trips  

• Embedded video questions  

• Virtual manipulatives  

• Collaborative boards  

• Audio and video responses  

• Live teacher feedback  

• Peer-assisted learning  

• Templates for writing or problem solving  

• Microsoft-based activities (Forms, Flip, Sway, OneNote, Whiteboard)  

Teachers also incorporate game-based learning using tools such as Kahoot, Gimkit, Quizizz, and EdPuzzle. During live instruction, students collaborate through Microsoft Teams breakout rooms, interactive whiteboards, and chat-based discussion.  

Students benefit from additional tools such as Immersive Reader and Book Creator, which allow them to read aloud, translate text, publish interactive books, and express their learning in creative ways. All teachers remain on camera during live instruction to maintain presence and build classroom connections. We make education an interactive experience for our students.  

How Our Students Connect in Cyber School 

 In a cyber school setting, connection is intentional and deeply embedded into each student’s experience. Achievement House provides numerous opportunities for special education students to interact with teachers, peers, and support staff in ways that feel comfortable, accessible, and meaningful. Students participate in breakout rooms, collaborative projects, student-led activities, and small-group sessions designed to build communication skills and confidence. Here are some of the other ways our special education students stay connected in a cyber environment: 

• Live virtual classes  

• Resource periods  

• Club meetings  

• Discussion boards (audio/video options)  

• PTO events  

• Virtual and on-site field trips  

• Workshops and enrichment activities  

Many of our special education students find it easier to engage socially in an online environment, where they can use tools like audio, video, chat, or assistive technology to communicate in ways that work best for them. These connections help students form friendships, develop self-advocacy skills, and feel like valued members of our school community – no matter where they live. 

Find the Support Your Child Deserves 

We understand that choosing the right school for a child with special needs is one of the most important decisions a family can make. That’s why we go beyond meeting academic goals. We focus on nurturing confidence, independence, and a genuine sense of belonging.  Whether your child needs structured emotional support, customized academic pathways, or consistent one-on-one guidance, our team is committed to partnering closely with you every step of the way. If you’re searching for a school that prioritizes empathy, expertise, and student-centered learning, Achievement House is ready to welcome your family. 

If your child has struggled in a traditional school setting – whether academically, socially, or emotionally – now is the time to consider a new environment designed with their needs in mind. Our Special Education team works closely with families to build a supportive plan that honors each student’s strengths while addressing their challenges with care and expertise. 

Enrollment at Achievement House opens the door to individualized instruction, experienced case managers, engaging virtual lessons, and a school community that truly values every learner. Don’t wait another year for your child to receive the support they deserve. Discover how Achievement House can transform your child’s school experience and empower them to thrive. Enroll today and give your student the chance to succeed on their terms.