Special Education Resources

Guides, rights, and support for families navigating IEPs, 504 plans, and special services.

Parent Rights

A plain-language overview of IDEA and Section 504. These are your baseline rights—use them.

This page is general information for Alabama families and not legal advice.

Guides & Checklists

Key Contacts

District Special Education Coordinator — Kylie Burleson
School-based Case Managers — directory Coming soon
Alabama State Dept. of Education (Special Education Services) — website

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Local Support

Parent Support Groups (Baldwin County) — info
Advocacy Nonprofits — find help
Therapy & Related Services — local providers Coming soon

FAQs

IEP vs. 504 — what’s the difference?
How long does the evaluation process take?
What if I disagree with the school’s decision? Coming soon

Template Letters

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