Special Education

The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education has developed a Parents’ Bill of Rights. LEAs can print the document to distribute to parents and may post it on their websites. 

Parents Bill of Rights

Children with disabilities have a right to a free appropriate public education (FAPE). Children differ in mental abilities, sensory development, physical traits, emotional or social behaviors, or communication skills. Some may require modification to their school program or special education and related services in order to benefit from their schooling. 

Procedural Safeguards

A Parents Guide to Special Education in Missouri

Parent Resources

The Parent’s Guide to Special Education

Patron Notice