Special Education

The focus of K-12 special education is to ensure a Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) for eligible students identified to have a disability and who are in need of individualized and specially designed instruction.

This instruction must provide progress towards goals and objectives through collaboration between parents/guardians, students and professional staff who:

• assist in identifying students with disabilities using the multidisciplinary team process
• implement due process standards in collaboration with the student's Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Team
• provide the appropriate specialized instruction to students through their IEP, base on the child's disability-related need
• monitor the student's progress based on the goals and objectives written in the IEP
• actively participate in professional development to remain current with special education statutes, rules, regulations and best practices in specialized instruction

Procedural Safeguards

Early Intervention are services provided to a child and their family when the child has been found eligible based on a medical condition or delay in development, according to state criteria. These services occur within the child's natural setting and are often family-centered. Services may be provided by an early childhood special education teacher, speech pathologist, occupational therapist, physical therapist and/or other providers based on eligibility and need.

If you have concerns about your child's development you can call 763-745-5255 or make a referral online at MN Help Me Grow. Screening, evaluation and services are free to students who meet eligibility criteria.

Early Intervention - Guide for Families

Special education services are provided to eligible children age 3 up to Kindergarten entrance for those who meet special education state criteria. These services are often delivered in a center-based setting based on the unique needs of each child. Services may be provided by an early childhood special education teacher, speech pathologist, occupational therapist, physical therapist and/or other providers based on eligibility and need.

If you have concerns about your child's development you can call 763-745-5255 or make a referral online at MN Help Me Grow. Screening, evaluation and services are free to students who meet eligibility criteria.

The Total Special Education System (TSES) is a summary of the District's policy and procedures related to special education services.

Review the TSES for Wayzata Public Schools.