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Special Services
Administrative Team
Josette Sirmon – Director of Special Services
As the Director of Special Services, Ms. Sirmon is a passionate advocate for every student in Lamar County Schools. With over 30 years of experience as an educator in special education, her mission is to ensure all learners have the tools and opportunities to thrive both in and out of the classroom. Josette leads the district’s dedicated team of special services professionals and believes that strong partnerships between schools and families are the cornerstone of student success. She is proud to serve the Lamar County community and are committed to fostering a collaborative culture that supports our exceptional students.
Special Education
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It is the policy of the Lamar County Schools (PSD) that the district-wide child identification, location and evaluation process in Lamar County be ongoing. Local school district personnel are continuing to search for unserved children with disabilities in the age range birth to 20.
Early identification of children in need of special education services is most important for each child. Furthermore, this information gathered from contact with parents and other agencies will be used to determine present and future program needs as progress is made toward the goal of providing free appropriate public education (FAPE) to all children with disabilities.
The child-find coordinator works with the local Head Start, Department of Human Services, Department of Health, and Mental Health agencies, as well as local education agencies, physicians, licensed daycare providers, local juvenile correctional facilities, and other individuals to identify and locate children both in and out of school who may need special education services. Information that could identify an individual child will be maintained by this agency and will be provided to other agencies only by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
The child-find coordinator is responsible for district-wide coordination of the planning and implementation of child identification, location, and evaluation efforts of children (birth-20) who have disabilities (regardless of the severity of the disability), and who need special education and/or related services. If you have questions regarding your student, find procedures or would like to make a referral, you may contact our office.
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Our Purpose and Principles
At the heart of our organization lies a commitment to purpose, guided by a clear mission, an inspiring vision for the future, and core values that define who we are and drive everything we do.
At [School District Name], our mission is to provide a high-quality education that empowers every student to reach their full potential and become a lifelong learner. We are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
We envision a future where all our graduates are well-prepared to succeed in college, career, and life. We strive to cultivate critical thinkers, problem-solvers, and compassionate individuals who will make a positive impact on their communities and the world.
- Excellence: We are dedicated to providing a challenging and engaging curriculum that promotes academic excellence and personal growth.
- Equity: We believe every student deserves access to a high-quality education, regardless of their background or circumstances.
- Collaboration: We value the partnership between students, families, educators, and the community in creating a successful learning environment.
- Innovation: We embrace new ideas and approaches to teaching and learning that prepare our students for the challenges of the 21st century.
- Integrity: We conduct ourselves with honesty, transparency, and accountability in all our actions.
We are committed to:
- Providing a safe and welcoming learning environment for all students
- Recruiting and retaining highly qualified and dedicated educators
- Offering a diverse and challenging curriculum that meets the needs of all learners
- Supporting the social and emotional well-being of our students
- Engaging families and the community as partners in education
- Utilizing resources effectively and responsibly
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At [School District Name], our mission is to provide a high-quality education that empowers every student to reach their full potential and become a lifelong learner. We are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
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We envision a future where all our graduates are well-prepared to succeed in college, career, and life. We strive to cultivate critical thinkers, problem-solvers, and compassionate individuals who will make a positive impact on their communities and the world.
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- Excellence: We are dedicated to providing a challenging and engaging curriculum that promotes academic excellence and personal growth.
- Equity: We believe every student deserves access to a high-quality education, regardless of their background or circumstances.
- Collaboration: We value the partnership between students, families, educators, and the community in creating a successful learning environment.
- Innovation: We embrace new ideas and approaches to teaching and learning that prepare our students for the challenges of the 21st century.
- Integrity: We conduct ourselves with honesty, transparency, and accountability in all our actions.
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We are committed to:
- Providing a safe and welcoming learning environment for all students
- Recruiting and retaining highly qualified and dedicated educators
- Offering a diverse and challenging curriculum that meets the needs of all learners
- Supporting the social and emotional well-being of our students
- Engaging families and the community as partners in education
- Utilizing resources effectively and responsibly
Inspire the Next Generation
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