An entity in Franklin County provides collaborative support for students with disabilities. This organization pools resources and expertise from multiple school districts within the county to offer a wider range of specialized services than any single district could provide independently. Services may include specialized instruction, therapies, assistive technology, and professional development for educators.
Such inter-district collaboration offers significant advantages. It facilitates cost-effectiveness by sharing expenses, ensures a more equitable distribution of specialized resources across the county, and promotes consistent standards of special education services. Historically, these cooperatives have emerged to address the increasing complexity and demands of special education, ensuring that all students, regardless of their location within the county, have access to appropriate educational opportunities.
