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Special Education

Special Education

The Nettleton School District is dedicated to addressing the unique needs of each student within the least restrictive environment, adapting services and teaching approaches as those needs evolve. We strongly emphasize collaborative efforts with parents and guardians as a vital component of our students' success.

Our commitment to special education entails the provision of individually tailored instruction, provided at no cost to parents, to cater to the specific requirements of each child. Under the federal law known as the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), services are guaranteed to children with disabilities nationwide. These support services are designed to ensure that all students with disabilities have their needs met and are formally outlined in either an Individual Education Program or Plan (IEP) or a 504 Educational Plan.

If you have concerns regarding your child's potential disability or questions related to their IEP, we encourage you to contact your child's teacher, the principal of your respective school, or contact the Special Education Office for guidance and assistance.

If you are moving into the Nettleton School District from another district within the state or from out of state, it would greatly assist in determining the appropriate program and placement for your child if the following were provided before or at the time of enrollment:

  1. Individual Education Plan
  2. Evaluations (Psychological, Educational, Emotional, Medical, etc.)
  3. Due Process Paperwork: Annual Review, Evaluation/Programming Conference, Social History
  4. Other Data related to Special Education

You can fax all documentation to 870-606-2350, ATTN: NPS Special Education Department. 

Janee McElhanon

Janee McElhanon
LEA Supervisor

870-910-7830 extension 5127
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Lindi Wade
Behavior Specialist

870-910-7830 extension 5153
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Holly Browning
Special Education Administrative Assistant

870-910-7830 extension 5125
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Christa Kemp
Special Education Administrative Assistant

870-910-7830 extension 5134
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Sheryl Hoke
Special Education Designee

870-910-7830 extension 5133
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