OUR VISION

Our students have equitable opportunities to engage in innovative, high-quality instruction in the least restrictive environment, empowering each youth to achieve at high levels leading to post-secondary success.

OUR MISSION

To eliminate the achievement gap by providing equal access to high-quality comprehensive services that support student achievement, family, and community engagement. 

UPDATE: 3/27/23 | For more information about the MassHealth Eligibility visit the the MassHealth Eligibility Redetermination web page.

UPDATE: 4/28/23 until 5/16/23 | School Design Study:
Help shape the future of Boston Public Schools by taking the School Design Study survey!  Spread the word and encourage your friends and neighbors to participate. Survey results will help inform long-term facilities plans for BPS and the design of new and renovated school buildings. The survey is available in 10 languages and will be open until May 16th.

If you have any questions, please contact Emily Brown at ebrown5@bostonpublicschools.org.

Federal law guarantees every student the right to a free and appropriate public education regardless of handicap or disability. State law (CMR 28) further guarantees the right to an education in the “least restrictive environment.” That means in typical classroom settings with students without disabilities.  

To help every child succeed, the Office of Special Education focuses on academic outcomes, aspirations for our students, and regulatory compliance. We are providing our students with more stability and continuity, new opportunities for inclusion, and high-quality programs that are aligned with district efforts to help all our students reach a high standard.