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Specialized Programs

Discover the Difference at Our School

Welcome to a place where innovation, creativity, and opportunity thrive. Our specialized programs spark curiosity and help students discover their strengths and prepare them for the future.

Explore our programs and see the exciting opportunities waiting for your child!

VPK Students Celebrating Together

 

Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)

Stirling Elementary offers a full-day Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) program for children who are 3 or 4 years old by September 1st of the school year. This program is free for Florida four-year-olds and is supported by both state funding and Title 1 resources.

Because the VPK program is run directly by Broward County Public Schools’ Early Childhood Education department, families benefit from all the services and support the district provides.

Children in Stirling’s VPK program enjoy 6 hours of daily instruction, helping them build strong foundations in learning and social development before entering kindergarten.

Learn more about our VPK program for the 26-27 school year here.

 

INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY PROGRAM (IND)

Stirling Elementary is proud to offer a dedicated IND program for students with Intellectual Disabilities, starting at age 5. This program is part of a larger effort by Broward County Public Schools, which supports over 2,000 students with intellectual disabilities.

Each child’s learning plan is personalized through the IEP (Individualized Education Program) process to meet their unique needs. Support may include:

  • Learning based on Florida Access Points for reading and math
  • Lessons in science and social studies
  • Life skills like communication, social behavior, and independence
  • Therapies and services such as physical or occupational therapy, nursing, and specialized transportation

The goal is to help every child grow academically, socially, and emotionally in a supportive and inclusive environment.