Special Education Services

The Duarte Unified School District is committed to providing eligible students with exceptional needs a free and appropriate public education consistent with federal and state laws as defined under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA 2004). Duarte Unified is dedicated to identifying, locating and assessing all students within the boundary areas of the District from birth to 21 years of age who may have disabilities including those in non-public schools, and providing appropriate support and/or related services to those students determined by an educational evaluation.
 
The Special Education Department delivers a full range of services such as speech and language support, psychological and counseling services, adapted physical education, occupational therapy, resource specialist support, as well as specialized classes. In addition, in cooperation with the California State Department of Rehabilitation, and the California Department of Education, the School District offers excellent "school to work" programs that prepare our students for the transition to the world of work. Duarte Unified also offers preschool programs for learners with special needs.