The Exceptional Student Education Special Policies and Procedures (SP&P) document provides information regarding the implementation of state and local policies. It is required under ESE Florida Statutes and is necessary for a district to be eligible for state or federal funding for special education and related services for excceptional students. 

Adopting the Special Policies and Procedures (SP&P) document ensures Clay Countyis in compliance with statutes and regulations regarding the Education of Students with Disabilities. 

The Special Policies and Procedures (SP&P) document is in force for a multi-year cycle. The SP&P will cover 2019-2020 through 2021-2022 school years. Each covered period has previously been presented for adoption by the School Board of Clay County.

Approval of the Special Policies and Procedures (SP&P) document by the School Board of Clay County will continue the cycle of compliance with the Florida Department of Education. 

Strategic Goal 1 Develop Great Educators and Leaders

Strategy 1.3 Prepare all students to be full option graduates who are prepared for college, eligible to enlist in military services, or able to compete in the workforce.

Advertise the 2019-2020 through 2021-2022 Special Policies and Procedures (SP&P) Manual and set the Public Hearing for October 1, 2020.