Special Education Services

Special Education Vision

Empowering students to use their abilities to be confident learners and self-advocates.

Springfield Public Schools is committed to serving ALL students. Students attending SPS, who are identified with disabilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Education and Improvement Act (IDEA), Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 appropriate public education. The Special Education Services program serves approximately 5,042 students with disabilities: 2,891 elementary and secondary students ages 5-21 and 391 early childhood students ages 3-5.

SPS Mission & Vision

Prepare all students for tomorrow by providing engaging, relevant and personalized educational experiences today.

Serve as a catalyst for lifelong learning, equipping students for their futures.

Special Education Services Collective Commitments

We provide services and supports for students in their least-restrictive environment.

We utilize evidence-based practices to provide instruction and monitor progress to ensure student growth.

We provide access and equal opportunity for students to participate in educational programs and activities.

We collaborate with families, colleagues, and community partners to support students' life-long success.

We build collective efficacy in all staff to positively impact student achievement.

Contact Us

SPS Special Education Services
Roseann Bentley Administrative Center
1610 E. Sunshine
Springfield, MO 65804

Office Hours:
7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Monday - Friday

ECSE

Dr. Christy Davis
ECSE Director

Lisa Lawson
ECSE Administrative Assistant
Phone: (417) 523-0061

K-12

Ms. Misty Ramsey
K-12 Director

Margaret Shepherd
K-12 Specialist
Phone: (417) 523-7501

Special Education Records
Records Request Fax: (417) 523-0043
Hannah Padgett
K-12 Records Secretary
Phone: (417) 523-7503