On July 1, 2002, the Operating Standards for Ohio’s Schools Serving Children with Disabilities became effective. “Special Education” means specially-designed instruction used to meet the unique needs of a child with a disability, including instruction conducted in the classroom, in the home, in hospitals and institutions, and in other settings. Special education services have been developed per federal and state guidelines in order to provide children with disabilities with the best conditions for learning.

Whether your child has recently been referred to your school’s Intervention Assistance Team (IAT) or if your child is already receiving special services and has an Individualized Education Plan (IEP), we hope the following information will be valuable to you.

Parents are important members of the IAT and we welcome your involvement as we work collaboratively with you to meet your child’s educational needs. We realize participating in the special education process may be confusing and stressful at times. You will learn new information and may be asked to complete rating scales and/or provide background and health information. As a member of the IAT, it is important that you become knowledgeable about the special education policies and procedures so you can take an active role in your child’s education.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact your building principal. If a particular concern cannot be resolved at the building level, you should contact the Department of Special Services. We look forward to working with you on behalf of your child.

Our Mission Statement

To maximize with enthusiasm, purpose, and direction the educational progress of handicapped students through IDEA and State Standards for the identification and education of handicapped students, resulting in continuous improvement increased student achievement and character development with accountability for each student. 

Eligibility for Student Services

On July 1, 2008, the new Operating Standards forOhio’s Schools Serving Children with Disabilities became effective. “Special Education” means specially-designed instruction used to meet the unique needs of a child with a disability, including instruction conducted in the classroom, in the home, in hospitals and institutions, and in other settings. Special education services have been developed per federal and state guidelines in order to provide children with disabilities with the best conditions for learning.

The following chart represents the students who received services during the 2010-2011 school year. IEP students may receive more than one service.

Preschool Special Education
Preschool special education services for children ages 3 through 5 are provided through a continuum which is different from that for children of school age. Services are delivered through center-based, community-based, or home-based programs. Center-based classes are offered five half days a week and are located at JacksonLearningCenter(617 Jackson Street,SanduskyOH). Community-based services are delivered by our preschool itinerant teachers in places such as Headstart, private day care centers, community preschool programs, church preschool programs, and in the home setting. Center-based and itinerant services are provided to students according to individual needs and as determined by the student’s Individualized Educational Program (IEP).

Whom to Call

If your child is currently receiving special education services and you have questions, please contact your Building Administrator. Other resources are listed below:

Preschool/Elementary/Out of District: Ms. Kristen Nowak, 419-621-2818;KNowak@scs-k12.net 

Jr. High/High School: Mr. Sean Collins, 419-621-2700;SCollins@scs-k12.net 

Director of Student Services: Mrs. Sabrina Scott, 419-621-2715;SScott@scs-k12.net

Administrative Assistant:Mrs. Shawnda Ramon, 419-621-2715;SRamon@scs-k12.net