Special Education

The Special Education department works collaboratively with school and district leaders, teachers, students, and families to provide the tools, guidance, supports, and services needed to ensure access and success for students with disabilities.

Orientation

• What is Disability?
• Overview of Special Education Services
• The Family/Guardian Role: Welcome to the Team!
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Evaluation & Eligibility

• Overview of Evaluation & Eligibility
• Referral
• Evaluation Report & Eligibility
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Services, Placement, & Assignment

• Overview of Services, Placement, & Assignment
• The Individualized Education Program (IEP)
• Service Delivery Within Seattle Public Schools
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IEP Implementation & Maintenance

• Overview of IEP Implementation & Maintenance
• Annual IEP Renewal & Amendments
• Change of School
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Exiting & Transition

• Overview of Exiting & Transition
• Transition Planning
• Seattle Public Schools BRIDGES Program
• Exiting from Services
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Related Services & Topics

• Related Services
• Related Departments
• Specific Topics
• Supplemental Aids & Services