Welcome to Special Education
The San Ysidro School District is committed to identifying, locating, and evaluating children with disabilities residing within District boundaries, in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and California Education Code.
Eligible students with disabilities are provided a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) in the least restrictive environment at no cost to families. Special education and related services are designed to meet each student’s unique educational needs.
When a student is found eligible, an Individualized Education Program (IEP) team—made up of parents/guardians and educational professionals—develops an IEP based on assessment results and the student’s strengths and needs. The IEP is a legally binding document that outlines goals, services, supports, and placement to ensure meaningful educational benefit and access to the general education curriculum.
Records Requests
If you need records, please submit your request form by fax to (619) 428-6473 or email: rocio.alvarado@sysdschools.org and
eugenia.teodoro@sydschools.org
Special Education Department Vision Statement
The mission of the San Ysidro School District Special Education Department is to provide evidence-based specialized instruction in the Least Restrictive Environment, responsive to each student’s academic and social-emotional needs. We partner with families and the community to honor diversity and enrich student learning experiences (LRE).
Contacts
Rick Quintana
Director of Special Education
(619) 428-4476 ext. 3091
Denise Villezcas
Coordinator of Student Services
(619) 428-4476 ext. 3088
Rocio Alvarado
Administrative Secretary III
(619) 428-4476 ext. 3057
Eugenia Teodoro
Special Education Technician
(619) 428-4476 ext. 3089
Josefina Villegas
Resource Teacher SPED
(619) 428-4476 ext. 3072
Karina Victorino
Social Worker
(619) 428-4476 ext. 3032
Raiza Belarmino
Occupational Therapist
(619) 428-4476 ext. 3093
FAX Line
(619) 428-6473
