Special Education Offices

Head Start is a part of Riverbend Head Start & Family Services, offering early childhood services. Operational since 1916, Riverbend Head Start & Family Services supports the families and individuals of Madison County. Based in Alton, Ill., the organization offers services through its Family Foundations, Head Start and Transitions Counseling programs that serve more than 4,000 people each year. For the young child Riverbend Head Start & Family Services offer early childhood education as well as health and nutrition services. For families and individuals they offer mental health counseling, social services, family literacy and various individual strengthening and family support services.

Area Consortium-Educational in Alton, IL, is a bold platform dedicated to fostering an equitable and just transition for communities. Their mission emphasizes the importance of a healthy climate, affordable energy, and economic diversity while ensuring that no community is left behind. The organization advocates for inclusive policies that promote environmental justice, safe infrastructure, and community wealth building. They focus on empowering individuals through civic engagement, service learning, and relational organizing to create a pollution-free energy economy. Generated from the website

East Elementary School is part of the Alton Community Unit School District 11, dedicated to fostering a supportive educational environment for its students. The school offers a comprehensive range of resources, including special education services, wellness programs, and various academic support initiatives to enhance student learning. In addition to its robust curriculum, East Elementary emphasizes community involvement through programs like the ROAR initiative and volunteer opportunities. The school actively engages families with resources and information to support students' academic and personal growth. Generated from the website