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Bellingham Public Schools proudly serves students with disabilities birth through age 21. We strive to give all our students love, care and great teaching. We build skills that allow each student to discover and develop a passion, contribute to our community and live a fulfilling, productive life.
Special Education is specialized instruction for students age Birth to 21 who qualify according to the laws and regulations outlined by state and federal government. A student may qualify for services in one of the areas as identified by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The following definitions are from the U.S. Department of Education website.
The district participates in “child find” – awareness and screening activities for the purpose of locating, identifying and evaluating children who are suspected of having disabilities and who may be in need of special education services. A student may also be referred for a special education evaluation by any source, including parents. The referral is to be made in writing and submitted to the building principal or designee.
The Special Education Process
Frequently Asked Questions
Our district has a variety of programs to support families of students with special needs:
Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction – Special Education (OSPI) Washington State Resources for Parents of Children and Youth with Disabilities
Resources
Director: Mike Haberman, (360) 676-6458
Secretary: Deanna Bannerman (360) 676-6458
Assistant Director: Bethany Verner (360) 676-6458
Secretary: Joy Rawls (360) 676-6470 ext. 2042
Please fax requests to 360-676-2692 or email BPS.Spedrecords@BellinghamSchools.org