Severely Cognitively Impaired (SCI) Program Overview
Program Description
The SCI (Severe Cognitive Impairments) Program at Freedom Acres serves students aged 3 to 26 with severe cognitive impairments or severe multiple impairments. The program provides long-term, individualized support focused on preparing students for post-secondary life and community integration.
Instructional Focus
Instruction is highly individualized and aligned with each student’s IEP. Core instructional domains include:
Functional Academics
Communication Development
Adaptive Behavior
Mobility and Physical Access
Daily Living and Adult Transition Skills
Service Delivery
Students receive instruction in a structured, supportive environment with access to a full range of related services, including:
Speech-Language Pathology
Occupational Therapy
Physical Therapy
School Social Work
VI Consultant (Visual Impairment)
Orientation and Mobility Services
DHH Consultant (Deaf/Hard of Hearing)
Program Setting
Freedom Acres, Ionia ISD’s center-based facility, is designed to meet the complex needs of students requiring intensive support. The program serves learners across five local education agencies (LEAs), providing equitable, high-quality services in a Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) whenever possible.
Commitment to Equity and Growth
The program is committed to honoring student milestones, fostering independence, and engaging families in every step of the educational process.
