“Nothing is more important to success in schools than the quality of relationships between and among students, staff and parents.” Dr. James P. Comer

Welcome to the Parents’ Section of the Special Education Programs Division website.  This site has been developed to provide parents with the most current information related to special education.  Please be sure to check back often, as we will be updating the website on a regular basis.

Questions Often Asked by Parents

How do I enroll my child in school?

All students must be registered by a parent at their neighborhood school or the school they will be attending.  If you are new to our district, please bring a copy of your child’s most recent IEP and/or previous school contact information.

Learn more at www.sandi.net/enrollment

Is transportation provided?

Occasionally, the special education program needed by a student is not available at the student’s neighborhood school.  In such situations, the student is enrolled in the school closest to his/her home where the program is provided.  Transportation is offered to the student to ensure access to the school.

Learn more at www.sandi.net/depts/specialed/

If I need assistance or have concerns, whom do I contact?

You should contact the school your child is attending for assistance.  Your primary contact will be your child’s case manager and/or classroom teacher.  The site administrator(s) may also offer support.  Your child’s Special Education Program Office may assist you.  The district Special Education Omsbudperson Program is available to support you.  “Facts for Parents” are on the District’s website for parents.

Learn more at www.sandi.net/depts/specialed/

What is the Ombudsperson Program?

The Ombudsperson’s program is unique to San Diego Unified School District.  It operates through the Parent Support and Board Services Department.  The ombudspeople work impartially with all parties to assist in the resolution of concerns related to a student’s special education program.

Learn more at www.sandi.net/depts/specialed/ombuds.htm

In the Individualized Education Program (I.E.P.) process, what educational rights does the law establish for students?

The law establishes procedural safeguards to protect student educational rights.  The Notice of Procedural Safeguards provides an overview of these educational rights for parents and legal guardians.

Learn more at:  www.sandi.net/depts/specialed/dpm.htm#3

How can I become involved in the District’s Special Education Program?

Attending the Community Advisory Committee for Special Education
 (CAC SE) meetings is a way to learn about programs, services, and structure along with receiving information for students, families and educators on trainings conferences and resource fairs.

Learn more at www.sandi.net/board/COMMITTEE/CACSE/index.html

San Diego Unified School District            
Special Education Programs Division
and the
Community Advisory Committee for Special Education

Invites You to Attend

Parent Orientation to Special Education

For Parents / Caregivers of Students Recently Referred or
Parents/ Caregivers New to the Individualized Education Program (IEP) Process

When a child is initially referred for special education, the process can be overwhelming. The purpose of this workshop is to:

• Assist parents / caregivers in navigating the special education system
• Provide an opportunity to answer your questions and guide

      you through the process

• Discover available support systems within the district
• Learn about community resources

We encourage you to attend this workshop to learn about the special education process, how you can be involved and meet other parents / caregivers.
                                                                       

Offered by the Special Education Community Relations Committee
Please RSVP by calling (619) 725-7206 and state if you need
an interpreter or if your child will participate in supervised child play.
Visit the Special Education Website: www.sandi.net/depts/specialed.

Se le invita a asistir a la

Orientación a los Padres sobre la

Educación Especial

Para padres/tutores de alumnos recién recomendados o nuevos en el
Proceso del Programa Educativo Individualizado (IEP)

Cuando inicialmente se recomienda a un niño para la educación especial, sus padres suelen sentirse perplejos y abrumados con el proceso, desde la recomendación hasta la junta del IEP.  El propósito de este taller es:

• Ayudar a los padres/tutores a moverse en el sistema de educación especial
• Dar oportunidad para responder a sus preguntas y guiarlos en el proceso
• Descubrir sistemas de ayuda disponibles dentro del distrito
• Enterarse de los recursos que ofrece la comunidad

Le recomendamos asista para enterarse del proceso de la educación especial, la forma en que puede participar y conocer a otros padres/tutores.

         
Ofrecido por el Grupo de Trabajo de Relaciones Comunitarias de Educación Especial
Por favor haga su reservación llamando al 619.725.7206 y diga si necesita intérprete o si su hijo participará en las actividades de juego supervisado.

         Visite el Sitio de Educación Especial::  www.sandi.net/depts/specialed.

Special Education Community Forum

Parents ♦ Students ♦ Teachers ♦ Community Members

Plan to attend an interactive discussion
Learn about the Community Advisory Committee
Provide input about Special Education Programs & Related Services
Have your voice be heard!

“Nothing is more important to success in schools than the quality of relationships between and among students, staff and parents.”
Dr. James P. Comer

Supervised child play provided.  Refreshments served.
Parking available in school parking lots at each location.

Please RSVP by calling (858) 627-7270 x 3160 or cacsdusd@yahoo.com and indicate if an interpreter and/or supervised child play is needed.

Foro Comunitario de Educación Especial

Padres ♦ Estudiantes ♦ Maestros ♦ Miembros de la Comunidad

Planee en asistir a una discusión interactiva
Aprenda sobre el Comité Comunitario de Consejo
Dénos su opinión sobre los programas de Educación Especial
 y Servicios Relacionados
¡Que se escuche su voz!

“Nada es mas importante para el éxito de las escuelas que la calidad de la relación entre estudiantes, maestros y padres”
Dr. James P. Comer

Se proveerá cuidado de niños supervisado.  Se servirán refrescos.

Estacionamiento disponible en los estacionamientos de cada escuela.

Por favor reserve su asistencia llamando al Tel. (858) 627-7270 ext.3160 o cacsdusd@yahoo.com por favor háganos saber si requerirá de interprete
y/o necesita cuidado de niños.