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Special Education

Listed below are a few important categories regarding special education rights. When clicked, each category contains detailed information and additional resources. However, the “Just for Children” link contains information about multiple subject areas. It gives a brief summary of what the entire special education program consists of and its related subjects.

Definitions, ages, and stages from birth to 2 years old, including evaluations and diagnosis, and local resources.

Resources for disabled individuals who have graduated or are graduating from high school and who would like to pursue either college or vocational opportunities.

Evaluations, laws and regulations, eligibility, discipline plans, appeals and mediation, records, letter writing, alternative education programs, and transitional services.

Laws affecting special education and how they apply to your child, the differences in education plans, rights and responsibilities, and explanation of FAPE.