What is an IEP?
An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is a legal document that outlines the special education services, supports, and accommodations your child needs to access education and succeed in school. Having an IEP ensures your child receives legally required services and protection under federal law, and gives you a voice in decisions about your child’s education.
FORT WAYNE AREA SCHOOL DISTRICTS
SPECIAL EDUCATION CONTACT
Fort Wayne Community Schools
(FWCS)
Special Education Department Phone: 260-467-1110
Main District Phone: 260-467-1000
1200 S Clinton Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Special Education - Fort Wayne Community School District
Special education for ages 3-22, including preschool early intervention services, school-age special education, and transition planning.
Southwest Allen County Schools
(SACS)
Special Education Department Phone: 260-431-2040
Main District Phone: 260-431-2200
4824 Homestead Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46814
Special education preschool (ages 3-5), K-12 special education, 504 plans, and inclusive educational programs.
East Allen County Schools
(EACS)
Special Education Department Phone: 260-446-0100
1240 State Road 930 East, New Haven, IN 46774
Special education services ages 3-22, developmental preschool, related services, and transition planning.
Northwest Allen County Schools
(NACS)
Special Education Department Phone: 260-637-7168
Main District Phone: 260-637-3155
13119 Coldwater Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46845
Full continuum of special education services ages 3-21, developmental preschool, speech/language services, related services.
Education and Advocacy Support
IEP - Hope, Inc
(219) 327-4673
IEP 504 assistance for parents | IEP-Hope, Inc. | Indiana
No-cost training programs for parents and advocacy services for families of public school students with IEPs and 504s.
The Arc Indiana
(317) 977-2375
School Age | The Arc of Indiana
Provides free educational advocacy services for families.
Indiana Disability Rights (IDR)
1 (800) 622-4845
Free assistance for students under age 22 with IEPs, 504 plans, and disability related services.
Educational Grants & Funding Resources
Indiana Learns Microgrants
A state-funded grant offering up to $1,000 for qualifying 3rd through 8th grade public school students who scored below proficiency on the ILEARN in Math or Reading. Funds can be used toward approved online or in-person tutoring partners.
Program Portal: IndianaLearns.org
Eligibility & Guidelines: Indiana Department of Education — Indiana Learns
Indiana Education Scholarship Account (INESA)
A school choice scholarship providing state funding to eligible K–12 students with special needs (and their siblings) who are not enrolled full-time in a public school. Funds can be used for approved private school tuition, accredited therapies, 1-on-1 tutoring, and customized educational services.
Program Info & Application: Indiana Education Scholarship Account Program (IN.gov)
Parent Application Portal: Access Indiana — INESA Portal