District prepares an outside special-education study proposal

What happened

Officials are preparing a comprehensive outside review of special education, with an estimated cost of $99,000–$150,000 and earliest provider availability in March 2027.

Why it matters to families

The review would examine instruction, staffing, ratios, contracts and costs amid calls for better services. Board approval and a final contract are still needed.

The evidence

At the October 27 meeting, staff described talks with School Services of California and plans to bring a proposal to the board. They also promised special-education funding detail in December’s budget report.

The source