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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 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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December COVID-19 and Flu Vaccine Clinic
12/5/23: Local vaccine clinic takes place on Thursday, December 14th.
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PEL Enrollment Process Begins Today
12/4/23: Caregivers are invited to begin the PEL enrollment process for the 2024-2025 school year.
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K-12 Early Release on 12/7
12/6/23: Tomorrow, Thursday, December 7th is an early release for Elementary, Middle, and High School students. It is also a Family, Friends, and Neighbor Day.
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FHS Collaboration Day
12/5/23: Reminder! Tomorrow is a 1pm dismissal for FHS students. Lunch is served. There are no late buses.
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Family, Friends, and Neighbor Day
12/4/23: Reminder! This Thursday, December 7th is a Family, Friends, and Neighbor Day, also known as a No Homework Day!
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