Special Education

Welcome to the Special Education Services web page. In Special Education, we enhance learning by providing research-based intervention, engaging students with innovative practices, and empowering them to reach their highest potential.  We hope you find the information on this page helpful. Should you have questions or need further information, please call the Special Education Services office at 248-489-3388. 

Evaluation for Learning Disabilities

Farmington Public Schools (FPS) uses a Patterns of Strengths and Weaknesses model to evaluate students for eligibility under the category of Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD). The Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education does not permit reliance on only the severe discrepancy model (discrepancy between IQ and achievement scores).  If you have questions about this process, please see your child's special education staff or contact the Special Education Services department at 248-489-3388.

Severe Cognitive Impairment and Severe Multiple Impairments programs operate a minimum of 1,150 hours of instruction with no breaks greater than ten consecutive days of pupil instruction.

Golden Apple Awards 2022-2023

Notice of Nondiscrimination

Farmington Public Schools shall not discriminate against any person based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, age, disability, height, weight, or marital status in any of its programs, services, activities or employment. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: Human Resource Specialist, 32500 Shiawassee, Farmington, MI 48336, 248-489-3356