What type of service does Extended School Year (ESY) provide?

Extended School Year (ESY) services are specifically designed to provide educational support to students with disabilities beyond the typical school year. This service is essential for preventing regression in learning that might occur during extended breaks from school. ESY typically operates during the summer or other breaks and is crucial for students who require continuous learning opportunities to maintain their skills.

In contrast, services during regular school hours refer to the standard instructional time when students are in school, which does not encompass the extended year concept. Short-term services as needed can imply interventions that are temporary and not necessarily linked to an extended schedule, and regularly scheduled summer tutoring implies a more general tutoring approach rather than a specialized program designed to address the specific needs of students with IEPs (Individualized Education Programs) during non-traditional school periods. Thus, the focus of ESY is on providing services outside the public agency’s normal school year to help these students continue their educational progress.