You’ve built a legacy, let’s grow it together

For over 35 years, schools across the country have trusted SESI to help strengthen their special education programs. When you join our family of schools, you gain a partner who shares your values and brings the expertise, resources, and commitment needed to help every student thrive.

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Partnership Benefits

We support schools on their unique journeys—helping you grow with purpose while staying true to your vision.

Preserve Your Legacy

We partner with schools that are deeply rooted in their communities and aligned with our values. Our goal is to build on your success—not change what makes your program special.

Return on Investment

You’ve dedicated your time, energy, and heart to your school. We offer the opportunity to realize a strong financial return on that investment—one that honors your hard work.

More Support, Less Burden

We reduce administrative demands so you can focus on what matters most: improving student outcomes. Our deep resources and experienced teams are here to support you every step of the way.

Growth for Your Team

We’re committed to the development of your staff. With a national footprint, we provide access to new career pathways and hands-on support for recruitment and retention.

Transitions, Your Way

Whether you’re planning for retirement or seeking new support, we understand that every leader’s goals are different. We work with you to create a transition plan that fits your timeline and priorities.

Confidence in the Future

With over 35 years of experience, more than 95 day schools, and partnerships with 800+ districts across the country, SESI brings stability, expertise, and a shared commitment to student success.

Interested in exploring a partnership?

Whether you’re planning for the future or simply gathering information, we’re here to support and guide you.

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What sets SESI apart?

Specialized Expertise

Decades of experience supporting students with complex learning needs through customized programs and services.

Proven Impact

A strong track record of improving student outcomes and supporting school communities nationwide.

Whole-Child Focus

Programs that integrate academic, behavioral, and emotional support for well-rounded development.

Collaborative network

Join a community of mission-aligned schools to share best practices and grow together.

Robust Support

Access to resources, financial stability, and operational support that empower your school to thrive.

Our Family of Schools

Private Day Schools

We offer small, structured, and therapeutic learning environments tailored to support students with complex academic, behavioral, and communication needs.

Serving K–12 students who benefit from support with:

  • Learning differences
  • Emotional and behavioral challenges
  • Cognitive processing needs
  • Communication and language development
  • Health-related or neurological conditions
Private Day Schools
Educators Strong
Students Served Annually

Welcoming New Partners

To better serve students, we’ve joined forces with mission-aligned providers who share our commitment to meaningful, student-centered education.

Specialized Education Services, Inc. Grows Educational Offerings in Arizona with Acquisition of Two Lexington Life Academy Locations

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Specialized Education Services, Inc. Expands Footprint in California With Acquisition of Lattice Educational Services

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Specialized Education Services, Inc. Grows Educational Offerings in Illinois With Acquisition of NewHope Academy

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Specialized Education Services, Inc. Expands Footprint in Pennsylvania With Acquisition of The Graham Academy

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Testimonials

Having two of our locations join the SESI family is an exciting opportunity and this new chapter will provide our students and staff with enhanced resources, ensuring an even brighter future for the entire school community. SESI’s proven ability to infuse schools with a high level of support will deepen our ability to fulfill our mission and expand our reach.

Harrison Rogers, CEO

Lexington Life Academy

With SESI’s backing, we will continue our tradition of excellence in supporting students. The passion SESI has for empowering learners and supporting students is evident. NHA is proud to be part of the SESI team.

Brandy Larrance, Executive Director

NewHope Academy

Our team approaches growth with students one small step at a time and we are confident that our integration with FullBloom will enable us to amplify our reach and impact at a time where student mental health and resilience supports are so critically needed.

Katie Dorn, CEO

EmpowerU

We’re particularly excited because, as part of SESI, Lattice will not only continue operating as a CDE approved non-public school partner, but it will also have new resources at its disposal to continue growing and serving more families.

Nancy Alcott, Executive Director

Lattice Educational Services

Frequently Asked Questions

The acquisition will not result in any service disruptions for your current district partners and families. Throughout this process, we collaborate closely with you to formulate a comprehensive communication plan, ensuring a seamless transition.

By joining forces through the acquisition, you’ll gain access to resources that are designed to enhance your day-to-day operations in a positive way. We’ll help reduce administrative tasks, allowing your leaders and staff to focus on what truly matters—improving student outcomes. You can also count on our comprehensive support in areas such as hiring and retention, financial services, as well as advanced systems and technology for tracking student key performance indicators. Our goal is to be your partner in success, helping you create an educational environment that’s both effective and fulfilling.

Our primary goal is to retain your valued staff members. To facilitate this, our dedicated HR/Operations team will take the lead in communicating with your employees and addressing any inquiries they may have. We’ll work hand in hand to ensure a seamless transition for all employees. We’re dedicated to supporting your staff throughout this process, valuing their expertise and contributions as we move forward together.

We will provide you with preliminary data requests to assess valuation, transaction structure, and the shared opportunity for both parties. Depending on the circumstances, we may request a site visit to further the conversation and ensure philosophical alignment.

Yes, even if you’re not planning to sell right now, we can provide valuable insights and advice. Our initial conversation is an opportunity for us to get to know you, your business, and your goals.

We’d love to have an initial discussion. Feel free to reach out to info@sesischools.com

Let’s Talk About Your District’s Needs 

Whether you’re looking to enhance your current services or you are exploring new partnership models, SESI offers flexible solutions to meet your district’s unique needs. Let’s talk about how we can support your goals. Schedule a meeting today.