Special Education and Health Services
Stanislaus County Office of Education (SCOE) Special Education provides direct and indirect support services for students with special needs and their families throughout the county, in school settings or in the home. Specialized services are provided to students from birth to age 22, supporting district programs, operating SCOE programs on district campuses and at our own two schools on Stonum Road in Modesto (off Hatch Road in Ceres), Margaret L. Annear and John F. Kennedy Schools. Staff work closely with students to help them reach their individual goals and to provide the opportunity for each student to achieve their full potential.
Program Goals
Our overarching goal is to establish a comprehensive educational program catering to a diverse range of students with disabilities, from severe to non-severe, as well as those with low-incidence disabilities, spanning the age group from birth to 22 years. By tailoring educational programs to suit the unique needs and abilities of each individual identified as having special needs, we aim to maximize their potential for success and personal growth.
Support Services
Provided by specialists, allowing students to benefit from their special education program.
Services include:
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Adapted P.E. Teachers |
Occupational Therapy Orientation & Mobility |
| Assistive Technology Specialist | Readiness Teachers |
| Augmentative Communication Specialist | Resource Specialists |
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Behavior Specialists |
School Nurses |
| Inclusion Specialists | School Psychologists |
| Itinerant Specialists for Deaf, Blind and Orthopedically Impaired | Speech/Language Pathologists |
| Mental Health Clinicians | Vocational Education Teachers |
Special Education Notice of Procedural Safeguards
Special Education Notice of Procedural Safeguards - Spanish
Parent Notice of Rights and Responsibilities
Parent Notice of Rights and Responsibilities - Spanish
Transportation Handbook
Transportation Handbook - Spanish
Special Education Classes & Programs
Dangers Associated with Using Synthetic Drugs
CDE Restraint and Seclusion Data
Resources for Parents
- Aeries Portal Login
- Parent Notices & Information
- Special Education Admin Team
- Mental Health Support
- Parents-CAC
- Special Education Division Information
- Special Education Program Calendars
- Student Accountability Report Card (SARC)
- Related Links
Aeries Portal Login
Parent Notices & Information
Special Education Admin Team
Mental Health Support
Parents-CAC
Special Education Division Information
Special Education Program Calendars
Student Accountability Report Card (SARC)
Related Links
Various Video Resources from the Special Education Division at the Stanislaus County Office of Education.
- Self-Care Training
- Maintaining Student Engagement
- Why is My Child Doing That?
- Feeling Overwhelmed Coping Strategies
- Positive Reinforcement System
- Creating a Schedule in Your Home
- Helping Children Cope with Strong Emotions
Self-Care Training
Maintaining Student Engagement
Why is My Child Doing That?
Feeling Overwhelmed Coping Strategies
Positive Reinforcement System
Creating a Schedule in Your Home
Helping Children Cope with Strong Emotions
SCOE Special Education Services
Itinerant professionals are skilled and trained, provide support to students with severe developmental, speech, language, hearing, health, orthopedic, or vision impairments to be successful in general education classes in their neighborhood schools.
Special day class teachers, instructional assistants and itinerant professionals provide specially designed instruction for students with similar disabilities. These services and classrooms are located on general education school sites which enable students to participate with non-disabled peers to the greatest extent possible.
MISSION STATEMENT
Through the caring and commitment of public education and effective leadership and instruction, we empower students and parents by supporting independence, providing opportunities through the implementation of best practices, and establishing partnerships for lifelong learning.
VISION STATEMENT
Our impact on individuals with disabilities and their families will provide independence, opportunity and hope for the future.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Special Education
- I am concerned with my child's development, who do I contact for an assessment for my child who is 0-3 years old?
- I am concerned with my child's development, who do I contact for an assessment for my child who is 3 to 5 years old?
- What school district do I live in?
- I am interested in enrolling my child in preschool, do you have any preschools that you can recommend?
- My child is having difficulty in school. How do I get them assessed?
- What are the age groups served at John F. Kennedy (JFK) School?
- What population is served at JFK?
- How do I get my child enrolled at JFK?
- Is John F. Kennedy (JFK) a regular school?
What is Special Education
I am concerned with my child's development, who do I contact for an assessment for my child who is 0-3 years old?
I am concerned with my child's development, who do I contact for an assessment for my child who is 3 to 5 years old?
What school district do I live in?
I am interested in enrolling my child in preschool, do you have any preschools that you can recommend?
My child is having difficulty in school. How do I get them assessed?
What are the age groups served at John F. Kennedy (JFK) School?
What population is served at JFK?
How do I get my child enrolled at JFK?
Is John F. Kennedy (JFK) a regular school?
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AT plays an important role in equalizing academic and learning challenges often experienced by students with disabilities. Please reach out to us with any questions you have about our services or a specific program or device.
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Stanislaus SELPA provides information, resources and support to students, parents, and school staff. It is our goal to provide consistent and reliable assistance to all special education divisions, ensuring program availability for all children with disabilities.
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Tamara Cervantes
Faculty Information
Department(s)
Health Services, Special Education
Title(s)
Principal/Program Director
Contact Information
School Email
Work Phone
209-541-2361
Sarah Grantano
Faculty Information
Department(s)
Cabinet, Special Ed Admin, Special Education
Title(s)
Assistant Superintendent, Special Education
Contact Information
School Email
Work Phone
209-238-1582
Tricia Kelly
Faculty Information
Department(s)
School-Based Integrated Programs, Special Education
Title(s)
Director III, Special Education
Contact Information
School Email
Work Phone
209-238-1583
Kristy Mabee
Faculty Information
Department(s)
Special Education
Title(s)
Principal/Program Director
Contact Information
School Email
Work Phone
209-541-2270
Alicia Heckinger
Faculty Information
Department(s)
School-Based Integrated Programs, Special Education
Title(s)
Director II, Special Programs
Contact Information
School Email
Work Phone
209-238-1586
Courtney Walker
Faculty Information
Department(s)
Special Education
Title(s)
Principal/Program Director
Contact Information
School Email
Work Phone
209-541-2304
Kristina Zapien
Faculty Information
Department(s)
Special Education
Title(s)
Principal/Program Director
Contact Information
School Email
Work Phone
209-541-2204