Special Education
Welcome
Emily Kresyman is the Special Education Director for the Maplewood Richmond Heights School district, serving students in Kindergarten through 12th grade.
“I am grateful for the opportunity to serve the Maplewood Richmond Heights community as we strengthen our partnership in supporting all students to reach their greatest potential. As a leader in education, I value inclusivity, encouragement, and accountability. I am eager to collaborate with all stakeholders in support of our students, staff, and families."
What We Do
Special School District of St. Louis County (SSD), the largest specialized education provider in the state, equips and empowers students of all learning abilities to excel to their greatest potential. This is realized through an inclusive, collaborative approach, supported by our comprehensive resources and deep expertise - all of which is centered on each student’s unique needs.
SSD was formed in 1957 after St. Louis County voters overwhelmingly approved a referendum establishing a countywide local school district to support the educational needs of children with disabilities.
At the same time, voters indicated the value they placed on educating children with disabilities by including in the referendum a countywide tax levy to fund the District. This investment by the community provides a separate dedicated funding source to support SSD’s programs and services. SSD’s unique status as a countywide public school district with its own tax base provides stability as well as equal access to a quality education for students across the county.
In addition to elementary and secondary education, SSD provides special education services to young children, ages 3 to 4 years, in several school districts throughout St. Louis County. Details of these services – including a list of education sites by district – can be found in the Early Childhood Special Education section.
Visit the SSD partner districts page for more information.
Contact Us
Special Education Director
2531 S. Big Bend Blvd.
Maplewood, MO 63143
314-446-1714
South Tech High School
Special School District of St. Louis County provides career and technical education (CTE) for Maplewood-Richmond Heights School District. SSD operates South Technical High School, which offers students experiential learning opportunities in more than 25 different programs. The CTE mission is college and career readiness - a commitment to preparing students for the increasing demands of the 21st century workforce and ensuring that students are fully prepared for college and careers. Our engaging programs, including everything from Automotive Technology to Web & Computer Programming, are focused on developing real-world skills, providing hands-on experience, and connecting students to employers and mentors who will support them long after graduation
Interested in applying? Visit South Tech’s Admissions website for more details.