- Otwell Middle
- Special Education
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Forsyth County School System special education programs are founded upon the belief that all children are capable
of learning and being successful in school experiences which are designed to develop academic, social, emotional,
behavioral, and independence skills for active participation in their community. The district offers a variety of
services and resources for parents. Click HERE for the district web page.
Eligibility Requirements
To receive Special Education services, students must meet Georgia eligibility requirements. Once a student is
determined to be eligible under the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA), an IEP or Individualized Education
Plan is written and services begin.
Out of County:
Parents or guardians should contact the Otwell Middle School Special Education Department Chair or the Forsyth County Special
Education Department. Transfer students will need to provide a current IEP or sign a release of records so that current student
information may be obtained. All records will be reviewed by Forsyth County personnel and an IEP committee to determine
appropriate services.
In County:
IEP’s from within the county transfer automatically to OMS.
Tips for Parents
Parent Portal in Infinite Campus is a web-based application and allows you access to pertinent information about your child’s performance, attendance, health records. Information is available at Parent Portal Instructions.
Canvas is our Learning Management System and our teachers post copies of assignments, calendars and other information that will help you help your child keep organized.
Conferences/IEP Meetings can be scheduled through your child’s Case Manager when needed.
Parent Workshops are offered through the county office.
Parent Resource Links
Special Education Parent Guide
Your Rights as a Parent (Condensed)
Your Rights as a Parent (in Spanish) Sus Derechos como Padres
Department Contact Information
Pam Poe - ppoe@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Will Howell - f43565@forsyth.k12.ga.us
