Pendleton County Schools provide many services and programs to assist children in reaching their full potential. Services available to children prior to entering school can be found on the Community Preschool Services page.

Contact information: For children already in school, referrals for specialized services can be made by teachers, counselors, principals and parents. Parents may request services by contacting Donald Bucher, Assistant Superintendent and Director of Special Services at (304) 358-7065.

Title I teachers provide supplemental education in reading and math to those elementary level students who need assistance. At the middle school and the elementary schools, gifted services programs allow exceptional students to engage in challenging educational experiences. There is also a school-to-work program, providing educational opportunities for students to formulate employment goals through job shadowing.

Many of the professionals who provide these specialized services travel from school to school, and have their office space at the Board of Education Annex on High Street in Franklin. They may be reached at their offices by calling (304) 358-7072.

The Individual Education Program (IEP) is the heart of the planning process for the special education student. It is a plan that is developed by you and other members of the IEP team to address your child's strengths and needs. Read more about services provided for Exceptional and Disabled Students