The Donald D. Sherrill Education Center (DDSEC) is an LPS program that serves about 100 students in grades kindergarten through fifth grade who have been identified as needing a period of time in a safe, supportive, therapeutic environment that focuses on building prosocial skills along with academics. After being part of the Sherrill community, students will return to their home school with the skills needed to become productive citizens in their school community.
Through MTSS (multi tiered system of supports) implementation, we have established a positive learning environment by creating consistent expectations throughout the building. Students are encouraged to develop self-management and coping skills that allow them to maintain a positive self-concept. In addition to working with students’ attendance schools, DDSEC staff collaborate with outside agencies to provide students and families with additional services. DDSEC staff members are excited to partner with parents, students, agencies, as well as the students’ attendance school to assist students to realize their fullest potential academically and socially.
Donald D. Sherrill education center was named for the former Lincoln Public Schools Director of Special Education. Dr. Sherrill left a legacy of significant changes, exceptional accomplishments and visionary leadership for the LPS Special Education programs
The Sherrill Education Center was historically known as the BSP (Behavioral Skills Program).
