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Student Services

Welcome to the Student Services Department of the Big Walnut Local Schools! Here you will find comprehensive information about the range of support services we provide to our students and families. Our dedicated team is committed to fostering a positive and inclusive educational environment that meets the unique needs of all learners.

Within this section, we will delve into the various programs and resources available through our Student Services Department. Whether you require assistance with special education, counseling services, health and wellness, or academic support, we are here to ensure every student thrives academically, emotionally, and socially.

By exploring the subpages listed below, you can access detailed information about each specific area of our Student Services Department. We encourage you to take advantage of these resources as they are designed to promote student success and well-being. Our goal is to collaborate with students, parents, and staff to provide the necessary support for each child's individual needs.

We believe that every student deserves a Free Appropriate Public Education that maximizes their potential. Our Student Services Department is dedicated to creating an inclusive and nurturing environment that empowers students to reach their full academic and personal growth. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact our knowledgeable team. We are here to support you every step of the way.

Two young boys are sitting at a table with a book open between them, while a colorful bulletin board hangs on the wall behind them.
Four children work at a table with books and supplies in the foreground, while a bookshelf filled with books and a whiteboard are visible in the background.
A young boy in a blue shirt wears a novelty nose, mustache, and glasses in the foreground, while a classroom with desks, shelves, and a colorful rug fills the background.
A teacher writes on a whiteboard in a classroom with students sitting at a round table in the foreground.
A young boy on a board pushes an orange and white ball across a carpeted floor with a blue cone and a bag in the background.
A group of young children stand on a colorful rug in a classroom, with a whiteboard and educational posters visible in the background.
A young girl with leg braces stands at a table in a classroom with colorful decorations on the wall.
A young boy in a blue shirt sits at a table with flashcards, while red cabinets are visible in the background.
Children work on laptops around a table in a classroom with a teacher in the background.
A teacher and four young children lie on a colorful alphabet rug, engaged in an art activity with paints and paper, while brightly colored classroom furniture is visible in the background.
A teacher guides young children sitting on a blue rug with a sun design in the foreground, while a whiteboard and shelves filled with toys are visible in the background.
A group of young children walk down a sidewalk in front of large trees, with a building and cars visible in the distance.

Documents

Below are documents available for download. If you'd like more information or have any questions, please contact us.

IDEA-B Federal Funds for Special Education
Community Input

Big Walnut Local Schools is applying to receive federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part B funds to assist with the education of students with disabilities aged 3 through 21 for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. As part of meeting federal assurances, the district must give community members an opportunity to provide input into how the district plans to use the funds. Community members who would like to provide input are welcome to submit any thoughts or suggestions using this form.

A Guide to Parent Rights in Special Education

Special Education Procedural Safeguards Notice, A Guide to Parent Rights in Special Education, is available for district and parent use. For additional languages, visit the Ohio Department of Education & Workforce

FY2024 Student Wellness & Success
and DPIA Funding Plan

This outlines the needs, goals, and strategies to outline the plan for use of allocated funds for student wellness, success, and Disadvantaged Pupil Impact Aid (DPIA).

Parent Notifications

Scholarship programs for students with disabilities and required notice of eye exam and transition services.

Section 504/ADA Procedural Safeguards

In compliance with the procedural requirements of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, hereinafter Section 504, the following Notice of Parent/Student Rights in Identification, Evaluation, and Placement shall be utilized in BWLS.

Notice of Proposed Class Action Settlement

Multiple state-level defendants have reached a proposed settlement to a class action lawsuit and have requested that we inform students and parents of the proposed settlement. We are not a defendant in this lawsuit and are not accused of any wrongdoing.

CONTACT INFORMATION

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Aleshia Henderson

Aleshia Henderson

Administrative Assistant
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Heidi Koon

Heidi Koon

Administrative Assistant
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Our Team