New Parents
Welcome! The information and links on this page are designed to assist parents and family members who are new to special education or who are considering whether their child may qualify for special education services. Please check back here often for new resources and events.
The ABCs of IEPs: A comprehensive workshop for parents
If you are the parent of a student who receives special education services or are considering a referral to special education, don’t miss this workshop! Learn about the nuts and bolts of the IEP (Individualized Education Program) process from district administrators and parents, and how you can create partnerships that work for your child and yourself.
Participants are encouraged to bring a copy of their child's IEP to refer to during the workshop.
For more information and to register click here.
Guide to Special Education
Community Advisory Committee
The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) is made up of parents, educators, and community members who are involved in special education. The CAC of the North Coastal Consortium for Special Education (NCCSE) provides meetings and special events throughout the year and advises the superintendents of the 14 School Districts about special education services.
Each meeting includes information on a special education topic, resources for families, and opportunities to meet other parents and to exchange resources information and ideas.
For more information about Community Advisory Committee meetings, click here.
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If you would like to receive emails about twice a month regarding special education events and workshops, please register here.
North Coastal Consortium for Special Education
The 14 member school districts within the North Coastal Consortium for Special Education (NCCSE) work collaboratively to provide a continuum of services for students with exceptional needs. For a list of these school districts and links to their websites, click here.
Can't find what you're looking for?
If you do not find the information you need here, please contact the Parent Liaison either via This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or at 760-761-5120. The Parent Liaison is the parent of a child with disabilities who is experienced in the special education process and who can connect you to available resources. All emails and calls to the Parent Liaison are confidential.