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MESD March Newsletter 2026
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MESD February Newsletter 2026
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MESD January Newsletter 2026
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MESD December Newsletter 2025
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Introducing the New Migrant Program Coordinator
view the calendar to see upcoming events at Arata Creek
meet our staff
Arata Creek, Burlingame Creek, and Knott Creek schools provide educational programs for students ages K-21 on IEPs who have had persistent behavior challenges in school. Staff teach new social and academic skills and strategies that will allow them to be successful in school as well as in the community and work place.
Arata Creek, Burlingame Creek, and Knott Creek schools provide educational programs for students ages K-21 on IEPs who have had persistent behavior challenges in school. Staff teach new social and academic skills and strategies that will allow them to be successful in school as well as in the community and work place.