Special Services
The Columbia County Special Services Department meets the individual needs of students ages three through twenty-one who are eligible for special education and related services according to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Our department assists in the assessment process for determining special education eligibility.
A full continuum of services is available based on the specific needs of the student. Our department also supports schools in ensuring students with disabilities appropriately access the Georgia Performance Standards and provides specialized instruction as determined necessary by the individualized education plan (IEP).
In collaboration with students, schools, families, and the community, the Special Services Department assists students with disabilities in increasing academic performance and enhancing post-secondary options.