The Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS) is dedicated to providing a high quality comprehensive academic and advanced technologies curriculum for all students. Students who have been identified in need of specialized instruction are provided services in the least restrictive environment. The District complies with all State and Federal guidelines when making decisions concerning each student’s educational programming. Individual student needs are addressed at least annually at a Planning and Placement Team (PPT) meeting where all considerations are reviewed by a team.
Special education and general education staff work together to provide students with a learning environment that meets the learner’s individual needs for specialized instruction, accommodations and modifications where appropriate to meet district outcome expectations. District staff works closely with families and outside agencies as necessary and welcomes their interest in their student’s progress.
Important Links
Transition Bill of Rights for Parents of Students Receiving Special Education Services
Procedural Safeguards Notice Under IDEA Part B for Special Education
Procedural Safeguards in Special Education (2011)
Section 504 Procedural Safeguards Notice
Other Resources
Building a Bridge – A handbook for students and family members to help with preparation for life after high school.
Construyamos un Puente – Un manual para estudiantes y familiares para preparar a los estudiantes a enfrentarse a la vida después de graduarse de 4to año.
A Parent’s Guide to Special Education in Connecticut – A document developed to provide information for parents, guardians and other family members about the laws, regulations and policies affecting special education programs and services.
Aguia de Educacion Especial en Connecticut para Padres – A document developed to provide information for parents, guardians and other family members about the laws, regulations and policies affecting special education programs and services.
The IEP Guide – A page by page explanation of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) document and the PPT process.
State Department of Education (SDE) Special Education Website – This link will direct you to the State Department of Education website which has multiple resources.
Bullying, Discrimination and Harassment Policies for the CTECS
Toolbox of Strategies for Learning
