Special Programs

Overview of Services

The Department of Special Programs directly oversees and/or assists with the administration, coordination and implementation of a variety of school district programs and initiatives.  These HPISD Special Programs include:

•     Special Education Services
•     Section 504 Services
•     Dyslexia Services
•     Preschool

The Special Programs department provides instructional services and support for students throughout Highland Park ISD. In order to effectively lead, support, and coordinate the variety of programs, Special Programs staff work with district staff, administrators, directors, principals, teachers, parents and students as appropriate.

The staff of the Special Programs Department pledges to be positive and professional in working with district staff and the community. The Department of Special Programs fully supports and participates in the district’s collaborative decision-making process, and is committed to the pursuit of educational excellence.  We share in the HPISD mission and beliefs listed below.

Highland Park Independent School District, with an unyielding commitment to excellence, will provide an exceptional academic program that recognizes the unique potential of each student and integrates the intellectual, social, cultural and physical aspects of learning.

This program will empower each student to become an eager lifelong learner committed to academic excellence,  integrity, responsible citizenship and service to others.