Dec 17, 2020 Conner Tiller is a Tahlequah High School freshman with an Individualized Education Program plan, and virtual learning has not been the smoothest for him or his family. While working parents face a dilemma on what to do with young children when schools are on virtual-only learning, parents of special-needs students face unique challenges. Some Tahlequah families have chosen virtual learning for special education students, while others participate in distance learning on designated days, according to Tahlequah Public Schools Director of Special Services Susan VanZant. âSpecial education teachers provide instruction similar to regular education teachers through platforms such as Google Classroom and Zoom. All students have devices and connectivity, if needed, and check in to complete assignments. Teachers meet with students throughout the week utilizing Zoom meetings, in addition to communications through email,â said VanZant. âVirtual students who are unable to successfully participate through technology receive instruction through paper packets.â