Please see a message from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) below:
Dear Families and Guardians,
We are excited to announce that the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) will launch an update to the Special Education webpages this Summer 2025!
This update has been carefully designed with families in mind, and reflects DESE’s strong commitment to accessibility, equity, and user-centered design. Whether you’re exploring resources for the first time or looking for specific guidance, the new layout will make it easier than ever to find the information and support you need.
What You’ll Find:
Family-friendly navigation to help you quickly locate topics like the IEP process, student rights, and available services
Clearer pathways to information about your rights, options, and ways to be an active partner in your child’s education
This update is part of DESE’s broader effort to ensure all families — regardless of background, language, or digital experience — have equal access to the tools and knowledge they need.
The launch is just the beginning. Your feedback will be essential to help us improve and grow these pages over time. We will share another notice once the update is published, and we encourage you to explore and complete a feedback form which will be shared at that time. This will help shape future updates to better serve all families.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support in building a more inclusive and accessible educational experience for every child.
Warm regards,
The Office of Special Education Planning & Policy