Special Education
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The Grafton Public Schools Special Education Department oversees the delivery of services for students with special needs, ages 3 to 22, as required by Massachusetts General Law 71B, State regulation 603CMR 28.00 and Federal regulation 603 CFR 300. Special education includes the evaluation of students who are suspected of having a disability, to determine their eligibility for services. While it is ideal for students to be considered for referral through the Student Support Team (SST) at each building, parents/guardians have the right to request an evaluation of their child at any time, either through the attending school or directly through the Special Education Department. Services are implemented for eligible students with disabilities who qualify under the law through an Individual Education Program.
The Grafton Public Schools are committed to assisting students found eligible for special education by providing services in the least restrictive environment. Special education intervention is individually designed based on the child’s specific needs as identified by the educational team.
For additional information, please contact your child’s building liaison or the special education department at the central office.
The Grafton Public Schools are committed to assisting students found eligible for special education by providing services in the least restrictive environment. Special education intervention is individually designed based on the child’s specific needs as identified by the educational team.
For additional information, please contact your child’s building liaison or the special education department at the central office.
Department Announcements Preschool Applications 2012-2013The application for typical student slots for the Grafton Public Schools 2012-2013 program are now available. Please see the Department Files section below for the updated document.
The Grafton Public Schools Integrated Preschool Program anticipates openings in both the morning and afternoon preschool sessions. This program provides children with and without special needs a quality early childhood educational experience. Each class will meet four (4) days per week, Tuesday through Friday, in a morning or afternoon session at North or South Grafton Elementary School. The program follows the Grafton Public Schools calendar. Transportation to and from school is parent-provided.
Applications for enrollment are located at the Central Office, in the main office of North and South Grafton Elementary Schools, as well as this website.
Completed applications will be accepted between January 23, 2012 and February 3, 2012, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Applications must be hand delivered to the Office of Special Education located on the second floor of the Grafton Municipal Center at 30 Providence Road.
All applicants will be expected to attend a screening appointment to be scheduled on two Mondays during March, 2012 (applicants will receive notification of this appointment by mail). Upon completion of the screening process, children determined eligible to fill spots as typical, or non-disabled peers, will be maintained on an enrollment list. Child Find InformationThis notice is provided in compliance with State and Federal regulations for conducting Child Find activities in order to identify students who may be in need of an evaluation to determine eligibility for special education services.
Parents/guardians of children ages 3-22, who reside in Grafton and feel their child is in need of an evaluation for determination of eligibility for special education services, can contact the Office of Special Education at Grafton Public Schools, 30 Providence Road, Grafton, MA 01519. You may also contact you child's school directly and speak with the special education team chairperson to discuss your concerns.
Information relating to the procedure for requesting an evaluation can be obtained by calling the Office of Special Education at (508) 839-5421. Special Education Advisory CouncilThe Grafton Sped PAC meetings are held the second Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m. at Grafton Elementary School (unless otherwise noted). Please see the drop down link above for specific dates. All are welcome!
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