Office for Exceptional Children

Safe Spaces, Smiling Faces

The goal of the Department for Exceptional Children is to provide high-quality instruction and specialized support tailored to meet the unique needs of each student with a disability through specially designed instruction and access to educational opportunities in the least restrictive environment. In alignment with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) guidance, we work collaboratively with schools, families, and community partners to ensure that all eligible students receive a free appropriate public education (FAPE) that promotes meaningful progress.