Special Services

Special Education in the Knightsen School District

The Knightsen Elementary School District provides high-quality education for all students, including those with disabilities. All individuals with disabilities have the right to receive a free and appropriate public education (FAPE). The District provides special education instruction and services in accordance with the Federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Students with disabilities are placed in the least restrictive environment that meets their needs.

Other Information

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act is a civil rights act prohibiting discrimination based on disability. Section 504 is a federal law designed to protect the rights of individuals with disabilities in programs and activities that receive federal funds from the U.S. Department of Education (ED).

Restraint & Seclusion Data

Homeless & Foster Youth

For children and youth experiencing homelessness, the services we provide through the district may be the only source of food, education, consistent caring adults, and safe place to be during the day. Our students, children and youth experiencing homelessness are highly mobile, and are many times unlikely to benefit from initiatives that are based on a stable and safe home environment.

As many of our schools begin to reopen, please find important information and resources available for our families below. Although there are 260,000+ students experiencing homelessness in California, we are here to support and serve you.