Office of Special Services
Barnwell School District 45
Purpose: The Barnwell School District 45 Office of Special Services is responsible for locating, evaluating, identifying, and serving students with disabilities ages three to twenty-one who are eligible for special education services as defined under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA). Students are provided with an individualized educational experience where evidenced-based interventions and instructional practices are utilized to strengthen skills. Assessments are regularly administered and data is analyzed to continuously adjust educational programs to best meet the needs of our students. We challenge and prepare students with disabilities for the transition to adulthood by targeting and developing skills needed for the 21st century.
Procedural Safeguards Notice July 2015.pdfProcedural SafeGuards Notice
Your Rights as Parents
Regarding Special Education.
Guidance to Receiving SPED Records.pdfSpecial Education Records
Guidance for Parents, Students, or School Districts Needing Special Education Records.
SC Disability Categories.pdfDisability categories
Information on Disability Categories Defined in Federal and State Laws and Regulations.
Special Services Policy Procedures 2015.pdfPolicies & Procedures
District policies and procedures regarding services for students with disabilities as defined by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), State Board of Education Regulation 43-243 as amended, & S.C. Special Education Process Guide.
Essential Standards Practice
Welcome, Barnwell School District 45 Families!
Barnwell School District 45 is excited to offer instructional videos for students in Kindergarten through eighth grade. The videos, which were created by Barnwell District 45 curriculum coaches, focus on essential standards found in both English/Language Arts and Mathematics. Each video provides a short review along with the opportunity for independent practice. Click here for access.
2023-2024 District Calendar
2023-2024 BSD45 Calendar.pdf