Connecticut State Department of Education

Teacher of the Year Ceremony
Due to inclement weather, the Teacher of the Year Ceremony has been postponed to December 16, 2025 from 5-7pm. Doors will open at 4pm. The Ceremony will take place at the Bushnell Theater in Hartford, and the order of events will remain the same.

Disabilities, Eligibility, Guidance and Forms

Guidance for Independent Educational Evaluations (IEE) and In-School Observations
An IEE is an evaluation conducted by a qualified examiner who is not employed by the school district responsible for the public education of the child.

Special Education Eligibility Documents
Bureau of Special Education guidelines, resources and tools to assist in determining student eligibility for special education and related services.

Special Education Guidance Documents and Topic Briefs 
Bureau of Special Education guidance on varied special education-related topics including related service areas and ancillary staff. 

Special Education Updates
Bulletins, blogs and updates. 

Specific Learning Disabilities and Dyslexia Resources
Information on the identification/assessment, instruction/intervention, and resources for educating students with SLD/Dyslexia.