Bridges Preparatory School ensures that a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) is made available to all children with disabilities between the ages of 5 and 21, is inclusive, and is in accordance with IDEA and the SC Department of Education Regulation 42-243 and 42-243.1.

For more information on our Special Education program, reach out to Mrs. Julie Smith, Director of Special Education.

Additional Resources:

• Special Education Policies and Procedures 
• 504 Policies and Procedures 
• BPS Child Find

Our school counselors provide a comprehensive counseling program that includes academic, career, and social-emotional counseling. To learn more about our counseling program, visit the Counseling Page.

Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) is a proactive, data-driven framework designed to provide targeted academic, behavioral, and social-emotional assistance to students, focusing on the whole child to ensure early identification and fast intervention. Rather than waiting for a student to fail, educators use this system to match the exact level of instructional intensity to each individual's unique needs, aiming to prevent long-term learning gaps. By integrating universal screening, data-driven problem-solving, and a multi-level prevention system, it fosters a school-wide culture of growth and personalized support.

For more information on MTSS at Bridges Prep, reach out to Mrs. Laura Merrick, MTSS Director/ School Psychologist.

Additional Resources:

• A Parent Resource Guide: What is MTSS and how can it help your child?

• Parent Request for Assistance 

The goal of our Gifted & Talented program is to challenge students and accelerate their academic performance. Students are identified through a multi-step process which consists of screening and referral, assessment of eligibility, and placement.