State and Federal special education legislation requires public school systems to conduct various functions and activities when providing services for students with special needs. The role of the Burlington Public Schools Department of Special Education Services has evolved over the years from one of essentially developing and implementing specific support programs and services for students to one of collaboration with Principals, Classroom Teachers, and Curriculum Coordinators. This collaboration in planning and implementation enables the District to provide specifically defined programs and services to continue to meet the needs of the students.
The formulation of new programs and service initiatives are a result of the broader representation of opinions through District Leadership Teams and individual School Based Teams. The Department in consultation with these Teams has facilitated the establishment of programs and services to more effectively and efficiently meet the needs of the students.
