Jo Kelly School

Jo Kelly School is a highly specialized public school within the Fort Worth ISD, specifically designed to serve students with severe, multiple, and profound disabilities. The school provides a dedicated, supportive environment for students with complex needs, including those who are medically fragile, ensuring that even the most vulnerable learners have access to a safe and specialized educational setting.

The curriculum is deeply integrated with therapeutic services to support both developmental and academic growth. Students benefit from specialized instructional methods, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Orton-Gillingham, alongside essential speech and language therapy. This multidisciplinary approach is paired with vocational training designed to help students develop greater independence and essential functional life skills.

Focused on individualized progress, the school emphasizes the implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and comprehensive developmental support. By combining specialized academic instruction with intensive therapeutic interventions, Jo Kelly School creates a specialized learning community tailored to the unique requirements of students with significant disabilities.