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Department of Special Education
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Framingham Public Schools provides a broad array of services for children and youth identified with disabilities from the ages of three through twenty-two. State and federal special education laws and regulations, namely The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), govern the referral, evaluation, and placement procedures. Framingham Public Schools is committed to the goal of providing an appropriate education for students with needs in the least restrictive environment.
News & Events
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F-SEPAC event: Insurance Workshop
Thursday, January 11 at 6:30pm. Maximize Insurance Funded Resources for Autism And Behavioral Health
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F-SEPAC Playground Meetup
Join Framingham Special Education Parent Advisory Council (F-SEPAC) for a PLAYGROUND MEET UP at Hemenway Elementary School on Sunday, October 22nd from 2:15pm - 3:15pm!
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Social-Emotional Well-Being and Academic Success Workshop
10/14/22: This workshop aims to support caregivers of all students with social and emotional support at home and in-school, navigating health insurance, and helping your child access resources in the community.
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Coordinated Program Review Press Release
The Massachusetts Department of Education conducted a review of Framingham’s programs for Special Education, Civil Rights, and Career Education complete with a site visit in December, 2014.
District News
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Rock Your Socks - WDSD
3/18/24: Join us on March 21st for a special ROCK YOUR SOCKS day across Framingham Public Schools! Our 'ROCK YOUR SOCKS' event is a celebration of everything that makes all of us different, and yet the same. Staff, Students, and even Caregivers are invited wear your brightest and boldest (or mismatched) socks to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day!
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#FFNDay on 3/14 (No Homework)
3/12/24: Thursday, March 14th is a No Homework Day - dedicated to encouraging time and connection with family, friends, and/or neighbors.
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K-8 Early Release and No Homework Day
3/13/24: March 14th is an Early Release for all Elementary and Middle School students. It is also a No Homework Day also known as a Family, Friends, and Neighbor Day.
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Stapleton Principal Search 2024
3/11/24: Members of the Stapleton community are encouraged to participate in the process of identifying the new leadership. Please read for details!
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FHS Collaboration Day
3/5/24: Reminder! Tomorrow, March 6th is a 1pm dismissal for FHS students. Lunch is served. There are no late buses.
Contact Us
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Department of Special Education
Farley Building
19 Flagg Drive
Framingham, MA 01702
Phone: 508-626-9123
Fax: 508-877-3201
Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pmDirector
Laura Spear
Assistant Director
Natalia Kierul
Executive Assistant
Sandy Kivlehan
Phone: 508-424-3458
Fax: 508-877-3201