Resources

• VDOE Special Education Homepage

• T/TAC

• Handbook for Educators of Students Who Are English Language Learners with Suspected Disabilities

• Parent’s Guide to Special Education

• Regulations Governing Special Education Programs

• Special Education Regulations

• Sensory Disability Resources

• Procedural Safeguards

• Procedural Safeguards (Spanish)

• Private School Placement

• Private School Placement (Spanish)

• Disabilities

• Child Find Notice

• Annual Resources Update for Serving Students with Sensory Disabilities

Mission Statement

Montgomery County Public Schools' Special Education mission is to engage, encourage, and empower students with disabilities by providing, in the least restrictive environment, the supports and services needed to graduate and live, learn, work and participate in communities of their choice with maximum independence.

Beliefs

1. All students can learn in order to pursue their dreams.

2. Schools are safe places of joy, wonder, and creativity.

3. Every person deserves to be loved, valued, and respected.

4. Kindness is an essential skill of a responsible, productive community member.

5. The diversity of our community is one of our greatest strengths.

6. All people deserve equitable access to opportunities and resources.

7. Every child deserves an advocate.

8. Honoring the voices of students and other stakeholders strengthens the school community.

9. Open communication and feedback are vital to our growth.

10.  Learning and teaching are collective efforts that begin at birth and involve the entire community.

11.  Relationship building and high expectations are foundational to student success.