Where to Begin When A Student Needs Help

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Where to Begin When A Student Needs Help

A toolkit to guide you through the special education process in Washington State


When a student has unmet needs and may need new or different school-based services, figuring out what to do next can feel confusing or overwhelming. PAVE provides this toolkit to support families in taking initial, critical steps. These guidelines apply regardless of where school happens.

Presenting our newest resource – the Where To Begin When a Student Needs Help.  This user-friendly toolkit has been created to give you and your family the guidance you need when you are navigating the special education process in Washington State.

A user – friendly toolkit for families, Each section is detailed below:

Where to Start Articles: