Special Education Guide: for Teachers and Administrators

School districts must be committed to instructing and providing educational opportunities for all students. Educational outcomes focused on ambitious standards must be set for all students. Improving educational results for students with learning challenges is especially essential in ensuring equal opportunity, full participation, independence, and economic self-sufficiency.This Special Education Guide contains current philosophy, policies, and procedures related to special education, identification, assessment, eligibility criteria, and services. Many resources are incorporated in the guide. It is a reference and resource for teachers and administrators to meet the educational needs of all students. I thank the administrators, teachers, special education service providers, and staff who reviewed this guide and provided input for its development. It provides clarity of expectations and assurances students receive a quality education through shared commitment.