Liggett Trail Education Center

School Profile

Exterior view of the Liggett Trail Education Center building on a cloudy day.

Liggett Trail Education Center:

Address: 3575 SW Liggett Rd, Blue Springs

Mission Statement:

The mission of Liggett Trail Education Center,
the compassionate champions of uniqueness,
is to ensure a quality foundation of learning to prepare students to thrive independently
through holistic learning experiences distinguished by:

A nurturing environment grounded in trust, understanding, and kindness.
Lifelong learning opportunities emphasizing a strengths-based approach
Diverse experiences that promote the social, emotional, and physical health of our students, ensuring they discover their unique voice.
Community and family involvement that prioritizes inclusion and safety, aiding in student learning and growth

Director’s Message

Greetings! I am Dr. Greg Johnson, the Director of Early Childhood and Special Services Programs. With a background as a student, teacher, coach, and principal within the Blue Springs School District, I am honored to lead our exceptional team.

At Liggett Trail, we pride ourselves on our outstanding Special Services and Early Childhood staff. Our commitment is to provide comprehensive services and support to children from infancy through age 21.

Our Programs:

Early Childhood Special Education: A Missouri School Board Early Childhood Program of the Year for large districts, providing a specialized program designed to support young children, ages 3 to 5, who have developmental delays or disabilities.

Parents As Teachers: A National Blue-Ribbon Affiliate, this program is dedicated to supporting parents and early learners.
Cub Care: A license-exempt early childhood center, serving children ages 6 weeks to 5 years, Cub Care also supports the Early Head Start and Head Start programs for our area.
Multi-Abled Program: Students with multiple abilities who qualify for services are eligible through age 21 years.

We are a dedicated team within an exceptional school district, humbled and committed to serving our community. Our team wishes you an AWESOME school year ahead!

Warm regards,
Dr. Greg Johnson
Director
Liggett Trail Education Center
gjohnson@bssd.net