Federal laws require all public school districts to provide a
"free, appropriate and individualized education for all handicapped
children." Federal legislation mandates time lines for referral,
assessment, certification, placement, and provisions of appropriate services to
all students with exceptional needs. The Exceptional Family Member
Program Coordinator, at the Marine and Family Services,
(703) 614-7200, can
provide information and assistance in identification and enrollment paperwork,
support groups, and information and referral to Exceptional Family Member
resources in the area.
The following agencies are available in this
area.
Other special needs resources can be accessed through the Internet
at the web site below.