Special Education
Every learner is empowered for a lifetime of success.
The Special Education Team is committed to educating students ages 3 through 22 with identified educational disabilities. Individualized services are designed to meet each student’s unique needs within the least restrictive environment.
To view the definitions of education disabilities the district must work within, please view the ADE Disability Categories site.
Programs
Related Services
Related services encompass specialized services from licensed professionals in particular domains. These related services are designed to support skill-building necessary for effective access to educational experiences within the life of the school and are provided to students who require this specialized intervention to access curriculum.
Post-Secondary and Transition Services
Transition services are part of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) for students 16 and above. These services are embedded into the IEP and enable each student to meet post-secondary goals. Learn more about transition resources at the ADE Secondary Transition site.
Parents and Families Resources
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Special Education Process Flow Chart - Understanding Arizona’s special education process
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Procedural Safeguards - Provides parents and families with an understanding of special education rights and procedures
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Raising Special Kids - State programs and services for parents and families
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Family Resources - Because part of our students’ success depends on their community's strength, we offer information on the following resources.