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The core purpose of special education is to provide specialized academic instruction and related services, as well as to give students with an IEP access to the same educational programs and/or activities that are available to their nondisabled peers to the maximum extent possible. Special Education provides a full continuum of program options to meet the educational and service needs of individuals with exceptional needs in the Least Restrictive Environment. Special education ensures that the unique needs of students with an IEP are met through additional services, supports, programs, specialized placements, or environments. Special education services are provided to eligible students at no cost to families.Special Education is specialized instruction provided for children from birth to age 22 who qualify according to the laws and regulations outlined by the state and federal government. A student may qualify for special education services as an individual with special needs in one of thirteen areas identified by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is crafted annually for each of our eligible students to ensure that each child receives a free appropriate education designed & tailored to meet his/her needs in the least restrictive environment. Our Special Education staff is eager to partner with you and provide a rich and meaningful educational experience that will meet the unique needs of your child. We are available to assist you at any time should you have any questions or require support.
Click on this link to learn more: Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
The Home/Hospital Instruction (HHI) program is designed to help maintain a student’s continuity of education during a time of illness or other temporary disability. Temporary disability is defined as: physical, mental, or emotional disability incurred while students are enrolled in regular day classes or an alternative education program. Both general education and special education programs are provided. The Home/Hospital Instruction program supports the student’s academic needs until they are able to return to a school-based program. Instruction may take place in the home, hospital, and other residential health facility (excluding state hospitals).
View the Handbook HereThe Petaluma City Schools District Local Education Agency (LEA) Collaborative's purpose is to reinvest federal funds received through the LEA Billing Option Program (BOP) to best serve our students.
LEA BOP providers must develop and maintain a collaborative committee to assist them in decisions regarding the reinvestment of LEA BOP reimbursements. The Collaborative is made up of district staff and community partners.
Federal funds are reinvested to benefit our students/families following guidelines outlined in CA Ed Code 8804(g).
Alexandria (Allie) Wheat
Special Services Secretary
Christine Scott
Special Services Secretary (SEIS)
Sarah Schafer (Fountain)
Director
Kristin Hoff
Coordinator
Dana Zapanta
Program Manager
Chelsea Siegel
Program Manager
Alissa Napier
Program Manager
Ashley Grierson
BCBA - Behavior Specialist
