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Special Education

DC Special Education Hub

We are committed to helping families understand special education in the District of Columbia by connecting them with the tools, information, and support they need to make informed decisions to guide their child’s learning.

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DC Special Education Hub

We are committed to helping families understand special education in the District of Columbia by connecting them with the tools, information, and support they need to make informed decisions to guide their child’s learning.

Learn More Contact Us Newsletter Signup

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Early Childhood

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Special Education Eligibility & Implementation

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Emotional, Social & Behavioral Development

Special Education Forum: Eligibility & Parent Rights (Virtual Event)

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Join the DC Special Education Hub in partnership with the US Attorney's Office for this free, informative online event to learn all about the rights of DC parents when it comes to special education. We'll discuss parent rights and the eligibility process, then hear from a panel of parents who have been through the process themselves.

This training will be held:

Wednesday, October 26, 2022

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

On Zoom - CLICK HERE for the Zoom link!

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Upcoming Events

Dec 16 2024 - 19:00

Family Empowerment Series: Evaluations and Reevaluations

Jan 6 2025 - 19:00

Family Empowerment Series: Transitions: Early Intervention to Pre-K

Jan 27 2025 - 19:00

Family Empowerment Series: Transitions: Post-Secondary Transition Planning

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Need Assistance?

Feel free to give us a call at (202) 671-2890 or click here to use our Contact Us form.

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Featured Resources

Family Guide

In this guide, we hope to answer all of your most pressing questions about special education in the District of Columbia.

Questions To Consider When Choosing a New School

Use this outline to help you decide exactly what to ask when you chat with potential schools for your child! Spanish and Amharic versions will be available soon.

The Special Education Eligibility Process: Family Roadmap

This roadmap provides a clear path, outlining the key steps and considerations for families who suspect their child may need special education services.

** Please let us know if you need access to these documents in any other language, as we have these materials available in multiple languages.

The Special Education Eligibility and Evaluation Process

Family Empowerment Video Series

A six-part video series that answers your top questions about special education in DC.

Click here to watch our full series!

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Jasmine Lopez

Trianna Downing

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Diana Sanchez