Special Services
Special Education Overview
Details the referral process, the creation of a child's learning plan (IEP), parental rights, and available community resources.
Special Education Programs
A continuum of services for students from birth to 21 years old, designed to meet their individual needs through a personalized plan.
Support Services and Personnel
Support from within the district. Information on Specialists, Child Find, Hearing and Vision, etc.
Community Resources
External links for families and community.
News and Events
Upcoming Events
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Mission
The Issaquah School District Special Services Department exists to serve all students’ diverse needs, using data and strengths-based approaches in collaboration with family and community partners to ensure continuous progress with the expectation that all students have the opportunity to achieve their identified post-secondary goals.
Vision
The Issaquah School District Special Services Department will narrow the opportunity and equity gap, as measured by district and state assessments, district data, and community feedback by 25-30% by the 2024-2025 school year through the provision of inclusive, innovative, and equitable learning opportunities.
Department Contact Information
General Questions - 425-837-7085
Early Learning (ECE/ECEAP) - 425-837-5170
Elementary Special Education - 425-837-7143
Secondary Special Education - 425-837-7031
Student Records Contact Information
Email - Student Records / Fax - 425-837-7029
Early Learning and Elementary - 425-837-7088
Secondary and Transition - 425-837-7167
IEP Meeting Feedback Survey
Below you will find a link to a feedback survey that parents and community team members who attending any type of team meeting (Evaluation, IEP, FBA, BIP, etc.) can complete after the meeting to provide input to the ISD Special Services Department.
Feedback from the survey helps gather invaluable data to assist in continuously improving our practice in support of our students and community. The data shared in the survey is and will remain anonymous in all aspects and will only be used to inform our efforts towards improvements and identifying policy updates, professional development, and areas for support during team meetings.
Parents, guardians, and community team members are encouraged to provide feedback after attending a Special Education meeting (Evaluation, IEP, FBA, BIP, etc.).
News
As we reflect on 2025, we are grateful for the volunteers, families, staff, and students who make the Issaquah Special Education PTSA a strong and supportive community. Looking ahead to 2026, we invite you to get involved, stay connected, and join us in supporting students through membership and upcoming events.
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The ISD Special Services Department is forming a Special Education Parent Advisory Committee (SEPAC) to strengthen collaboration between families and district leaders. Parents and caregivers of students supported by special services are invited to join upcoming meetings and share their voices.
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The Issaquah Special Education PTSA is a districtwide nonprofit supporting our special education community through advocacy and connection. We work with families, staff, and PTSAs to uplift all ISD students, from preschool through graduation and beyond.
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