• The Special Services Department is proud to support our 3,524 students with diverse learning needs, along with their families and the community. Our vision is to empower every student by celebrating their unique strengths and helping them reach their fullest potential. We are dedicated to providing a free and appropriate education that aligns with federal and state laws.

    Our comprehensive evaluation services and programs cater to students who may have disabilities, including:

     

    • Cognitive Impairment
    • Emotional Impairment
    • Deaf or Hard of Hearing
    • Visual Impairment
    • Physical Impairment
    • Other Health Impairment
    • Speech and Language Impairment
    • Early Childhood Developmental Delay
    • Special Learning Disability (including dyslexia)
    • Severe Multiple Impairment
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Deaf-Blindness

     

    Through our Child Find services, our team of educational specialists ensures that all students receive the necessary support. We prioritize inclusion by educating students in their neighborhood schools, with collaborative decisions made by the Individual Educational Planning (IEP) team, including active parental involvement.

     

    We also offer specialized programs and ancillary services tailored to each student’s Individual Educational Plan. Our offerings begin with early childhood special education and extend through programs for autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities, cognitive and emotional impairments, and more, including post-high school options. We’re excited to strengthen our community connections, including partnerships with local businesses and the City of Sterling Heights!

     

    We believe in the limitless potential of our students and the power of collaboration with our students, parents, and community. Together, we can create an environment where every child thrives!