• Atlanta Public School: Department of Special Ed

    Vision
     
    Our diverse learners meet and exceed state and national standards and seize opportunities to continue their educational, social and career development.
     
    Mission

    The Mission of the Department of Special Education is to assure student achievement by providing a continuum of appropriate specialized services and support.

    Philosophy
     
    Students with diverse learning needs, including students with disabilities, deserve and are entitled to receive appropriate educational services that are provided by highly qualified professionals who use evidence - based programs and practices to meet students' unique needs. For all students, there needs to be a variety of services within a continuum of placement options that offers opportunities to learn with age - appropriate peers.