OUR MISSION 


The interdependent and diverse school districts in the North Santa Cruz County SELPA are committed to serving students, by providing equal access to resources and a comprehensive education.

Our Goal is to prepare students to be productive, lifelong learners who are connected to their communities.

We will accomplish this mission by working collaboratively, staying open to new ideas, and acknowledging that each student has a unique pathway to success

   
Go to NSCC 2003-2004 Calendar
Go to Staff Information  
Go to Directions to NSCC SELPA Go to Staff Development Information Page  
Go to Special Education Links Page
Go to List of District Administrators  
Go to Parent Rights
Go to Legislative Links  
Go to CAC
Go to Alternative Dispute Resolution Page  
Go To SELPA IEP 2005 forms page
  Go to NSCC SELPA Library
  Family & Community Resources

809 H Bay Avenue
Capitola, CA 95010

831-475-4982 Phone and FAX
aarao@santacruz.k12.ca.us

See Program Directory for NSCC SELPA  
Transition Resource Guide - information concerning the additional agencies listed on the Individual Transition Plan (SELPA 13G), including contact information.

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is the primary federal program that authorizes state and local aid for special education and related services for children with disabilities.

The IDEA was reauthorized by Congress and signed by the President on December 3, 2004. See Federal Legislation page for more inforamtion, including links to text of bill, comparison of IDEA 1997 and IDEA 2004, proposed regulations, and other resources.

The National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities (NICHCY) announces a new resource, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Parent Guide. This guide describes the special education process - a process that is the same regardless of a child's particular difficulties or disabilities.

Connecting Curriculum to the Standards: Curriculum that Aligns with the California Alternate Performance Assessment (CAPA)

An archived Webcast made possible by the California Department of Education, the Sacramento County Office of Education, the Digital California Project, and the host sites for the event.

   

Some Jobs Are A Calling (PDF)- A letter from CalTeach about becoming a special education teacher.

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