Academics

Learning Support

The Miami Valley School is served by three full-time licensed Learning Support Specialists, Mrs. Jill Patzek (Lower School), Ms. Kristen Laidlaw (Middle School), and Mrs. Cynthia Braccini (Upper School). The Learning Support Team is dedicated to promoting a collaborative approach by engaging with teachers, caregivers, advisors, and students to facilitate the attainment of their fullest potential through self-advocacy, independence, and self-efficacy. Our goal is to create an inclusive learning environment and promote the acquisition of the necessary resources for students to reach their full potential throughout each step of their educational career.

The Miami Valley School is an independent institution and is not required to modify the curriculum, provide assistive technology, 1:1 for classroom instruction, or implement all recommendations in a 504 plan or Individualized Education Plan (IEP). However, if there is a documented need for specific accommodations, the Support Team will build an individual learning plan. This plan will be shared with teachers to support and bolster the student’s learning experience within the classroom.

Learning Support Staff

List of 3 members.

Cynthia Braccini

Department Chair, Upper School Learning Support Specialist
Kristen Laidlaw

Middle School Learning Support Specialist
Jill Patzek

Lower School Learning Support Specialist

Explore MVS By Division

Early Childhood School
Outdoor explorations. Studio creations. And yes, some messy hands along the way. Here, you become curious.
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Lower School
Projects and presentations. Performances and explorations. Here, you become confident.
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Middle School
Supportive faculty. Vibrant community. Here, you become known.
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Upper School
Challenging academics. Independent spirit. Personalized college counseling. Here, you become prepared.
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