Special Education

Special Education is defined as         
     "Specially designed instruction, at no cost to parents, to meet the unique needs of a child with a disability."   
​Special Education is governed by the Individual with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).  The overall purpose is to provide students with an education that meets their individual needs at no cost to the parent.
Your child's journey in special education will begin with a referral from a teacher or parent.  With consent from the parent, the child will be evaluated to determine if he or she qualifies for special education services. If the student qualifies, an IEP (Individual Education Plan) will be developed to best meet the student's needs. 

Useful Information about Special Education
Special Education can be difficult to navigate.  Below you will find several topics that are a part of special education and links to more information that you may find helpful.

 IDEA - Individuals with Disabilities Act 

IDEA is the federal law that governs special education processes in schools. The link below helps explain concepts of IDEA. 

Parent's Rights

When communicating with your child's teacher about your child's services you will receive a copy of your Parent Rights. If you lose that or need an additional copy,  below are links to Parent's Rights in Special Education.

IEP
​Individual Education Plan

Once a child is identified with a disability, an IEP is developed to provide access to a free appropriate public education.​ The IEP provides for parents and educators to work together to provide the best possible education for the student. It must consider the student's needs, set reasonable goals, and state the services that will be provided.

Child Find

Kenesaw Public Schools maintains a goal of identifying students who may have special needs to ensure a free, appropriate public education. Read the Child Find Notice in the link below.
Visit Nebraska Department of Education for additional information about special education. 
          email:  tkuehn@kenesawschools.org

Get to Know Me 

I enjoy getting to know students and their unique abilities! I would love to share a little more about me so please enjoy "All About Me" and find out who I am.  I have also included my resumé for you to view. On the About Me page you can read my educational philosophy and teaching goals. 
​I am always interested in visiting with parents!  
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