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What is Special Education?

Special education provides students with identified disabilities specialized instruction designed to meet their unique learning needs, giving them the opportunity to develop to their fullest potential. Through the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Special education is provided at no cost to parents and includes the related services a student needs to access his/her educational program.

Inclusion Collaborative 11th Annual Conference

October 21-23, 2024

The ICSC is a hybrid professional development opportunity focused on creating and enhancing equity, diversity, and inclusive practices. Our audience includes teachers, administrators, family child care providers, as well as paraeducators, higher education teaching staff, and educational coordinators. It is focused on all individuals involved in the care and education of individuals up to age 24, with and without disabilities.

11th Annual IC Conference 2024

Contact Us

Special Education Services
24411 Amador Street,
Hayward, CA 94544
Phone: (510) 784-2611
Fax: (510) 781-6107

Kristen Devine
Director
Email: kdevine@husd.k12.ca.us

Penny Thompson
Special Education Records
Email: pthompson@husd.k12.ca.us
Phone: (510) 784-2600 ext. 72630

Pre-school Enrollment
Email: prekspedreferrals@husd.k12.ca.us
Phone: (510) 784-2600 ext. 72611

All other inquiries email us at: Specialed@husd.k12.ca.us