What is Special Education?

Special education is a term used by law to describe specially designed instruction that meets the unique needs of a child who has a disability. These services are provided by the public school system and are free of charge. Services can include instruction in the classroom, at home, in hospitals and institutions.

 There are 13 categories of special education as defined by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

Autism

Blindness

Deafness

Emotional Disturbance

Hearing Impairment

Mental Retardation

Multiple Disabilities

Orthopedic Impairment

Other Health Impaired

Speech or Language Impairment

Traumatic Brain Injury

Visual Impairment

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