Special education ensures that the unique needs of students with disabilities are met through additional services, supports, programs, specialized placements, or environments. Special education services are provided to eligible students at no cost to families. The core purpose of special education is to provide specialized academic instruction and intervention, as well as to give students with disabilities access to the same educational programs and/or activities that are available to their nondisabled peers to the maximum extent possible. Special Education provides a full continuum of program options to meet the educational and service needs of individuals with exceptional needs in the Least Restrictive Environment.
Opelika City Schools provides full educational opportunities to all students identified as exceptional according to state and federal regulations. For more information, please contact Mrs. Cynithia Landry, Special Education Director, at (334) 741-5601.