- SWWC Service Cooperative
- Welcome to SpEd
Welcome to Special Education
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SWWC's Special Education Services has a long and positive history of working collaboratively with member districts to ensure students with disabilities are afforded excellent educational services. Our employees are dedicated professionals who are exceptionally skilled in the services they provide. They exude professionalism and an unwavering dedication to their respective fields. We offer an array of services to meet member needs.Dr. Mary PalmerSenior Director of Special ServicesP: 320-905-4493
SpEd Direct Student Services
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DAPE Teacher
Developmental Adapted Physical Education (DAPE) Teachers provide specifically designed physical education instruction for students with disabilities who have a substantial delay or disorder in physical development.Early Childhood Special Education Teacher/Coordinator
ECSE Teachers provide direct services to early childhood special education students. ECSE Coordinators provide consultive and coordination services to member districts’ ECSE programs.Occupational TherapyOT staff conduct evaluation and screening of students, participate in educational program planning and implement on-going consultation regarding appropriate intervention programs to facilitate optimum functioning and to enhance a student’s ability to learn and develop.Physical TherapyPT staff work with students to develop motor skills providing a base for functional mobility for students. They conduct the evaluation and screening of students, participate in educational program planning and implement ongoing consultation regarding appropriate intervention programs to facilitate optimum functioning and to enhance a student’s ability to learn and develop.School Social Worker
School social workers provide students with counseling, conflict resolution skills, improved interpersonal skills, and other assistance to students with needs.School PsychologySchool psychologists provide psychological assessments, consultation to school personnel, and counseling services to students and families.Speech Language PathologySLP staff provide direct, consultative and evaluative services to children with communication disorders as they affect educational performance.
Upcoming Special Education Events
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Thursday
8:30 AM - 2:30 PM CPI Initial Training - Willmar (2 day training)
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Friday
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM TPB 101 (Third Party Billing) - Virtual
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September 23, 2024
9:00 AM - 2:30 PM Special Education Law Seminar
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3:15 PM - 3:45 PM Transition Coffee Hour - Virtual
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September 26, 2024
8:30 AM - 2:30 PM CPI Initial Training - Windom (2 day training)
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October 8, 2024
9:30 AM - 2:30 PM DHH Community of Practice Meeting - Marshall & Virtual
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October 21, 2024
3:15 PM - 3:45 PM Transition Coffee Hour - Virtual
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October 24, 2024
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM IEP Bootcamp: Writing Meaningful and Compliant IEPs Workshop - Redwood Falls
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November 12, 2024
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM SOLER Workshop - Virtual
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November 21, 2024
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Part B: Comprehensive Special Education Evaluation Writing Workshop - Redwood Falls
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November 25, 2024
3:15 PM - 3:45 PM Transition Coffee Hour - Virtual
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January 27, 2025
3:15 PM - 3:45 PM Transition Coffee Hour - Virtual
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January 30, 2025
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Behavior Support Plan: Tricks and Tips - Redwood Falls
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February 24, 2025
3:15 PM - 3:45 PM Transition Coffee Hour - Virtual
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March 31, 2025
3:15 PM - 3:45 PM Transition Coffee Hour - Virtual
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April 28, 2025
3:15 PM - 3:45 PM Transition Coffee Hour - Virtual
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June 3, 2025
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Fabulous Files Day! - Redwood Falls