Programs and Services Overview

The Office of Special Services is committed to ensuring that every student in Ridgefield Public Schools has access to the supports they need to succeed—academically, socially, emotionally, and functionally. We offer a wide range of student-centered services and specialized programs, all grounded in the belief that every learner deserves to be included, challenged, and supported.

On the following pages, you’ll find detailed information about the many supports available through our department. These include:

• Special education programs that provide individualized instruction, accommodations, and modifications across a continuum of settings
  
  

• Related services, such as speech-language therapy, occupational and physical therapy, counseling, and behavioral support
  
  

• English Learner (EL) services to support language development and access to the curriculum for multilingual students
  
  

• Homebound and hospitalized instruction for students unable to attend school due to medical or mental health needs
  
  

• Services for students experiencing homelessness, in alignment with the McKinney-Vento Act
  
  

• Section 504 accommodations for students with disabilities who do not require specialized instruction
  
  

• Other targeted supports, including transition planning, audiological services, and assistive technology
  
  

Each service area is designed and delivered in close collaboration with families, school teams, and community partners. Our goal is to provide individualized, inclusive, and high-quality supports that empower students to thrive in school and beyond.

Please use the menu to explore each program or service in more detail. If you have questions about which supports may apply to your child, we encourage you to connect with your school team or reach out to our office directly. We’re here to help.