Missoula Area Education Co-Op

The Missoula Area Education Co-Op is dedicated to meeting the comprehensive educational needs of students with disabilities, serving children ages three to nineteen across 15 member school districts. The cooperative specializes in supporting a range of diagnoses, including language-based learning disabilities and twice-exceptional (2e) learners, ensuring that each student's unique strengths and challenges are addressed through tailored programming.

The cooperative provides evidence-based therapeutic methodologies and specialized instruction, including preschool settings and access to essential related services such as speech therapy, occupational therapy, and psychological support. Programs are designed around Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and developmental support, utilizing low student-teacher ratios to foster a highly supportive and focused learning environment.

Rooted in a commitment to inclusivity and family partnership, the Co-Op emphasizes collaboration between educators, parents, and specialists. They actively participate in Child Find events to ensure all children with potential disabilities are identified and evaluated. For information regarding specific services and enrollment, families can contact the cooperative directly.