Celebrate Inaugural DD2 Special Education Staff Appreciation Day on December 1

December 2nd, 2023 is the 18th Anniversary of Special Education Day and the 48th Anniversary of the IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities, Education Act). Special Education Day marks the anniversary of the nation's first federal special education law--signed by President Gerald Ford on December 2nd, 1975. This nationally recognized day, which is listed in Chase's Calendar of events, began in 2005. Let’s mark it as we reflect and celebrate how far we've come since 1975 with access to education for all children, including children who learn differently.

On Friday, December 1st, 2023-DSD2, the Office of Special Education Services, and the Special Services Parent Liaison Group (SSPL) will honor students with different abilities and their families. We would also like to recognize their teachers, support staff, administrators, and school communities for the collective efforts that ensure access to meaningful teaching, learning, and best quality of life experiences. We would like to invite you to join us to celebrate in the inaugural DD2 Special Education Staff Appreciation Day—to both coincide with these National Anniversaries and to acknowledge our wonderful staff that help change the lives of our students!