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River Terrace Education Campus

River Terrace Education Campus (RTEC) is a state-of-the-art school designed to serve students who need high levels of support and to be accessible for all students. The facilities and resources at River Terrace are specially designed for students with both intellectual disabilities and complex medical needs.  Each classroom provides a safe and structured learning environment with an emphasis on sensory experience and instruction. Each class in RTEC is staffed with a certified special education teacher and a paraprofessional who are trained to meet the unique needs of students. Staff at RTEC are also available to help students develop independent living and career skills in order to prepare them for the transition to post-secondary life.

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