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Washtenaw ISD provides early childhood and special education services from birth through age 26 across Washtenaw County.  Our district aims to provide exceptional service to each young child, student, and family we support.

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The WISD Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) exists to serve two basic functions:

  • To advise the WISD Board of Education on matters pertaining to special education; and
  • To fulfill those responsibilities designated in PA 451. The PAC also facilitates communication, awareness, and involvement between parents, local districts, Boards of Education/Boards of Directors and the Intermediate School District.

The ultimate goal of the Washtenaw Intermediate School District (WISD), Special Education Department is the successful transition of all students from school to post-school activities - whether postsecondary education, vocational training, integrated employment, continuing and adult education, adult services, independent living or community participation.  

Transition planning is the foundation for IEP planning process. The purpose of this website is to assist all stakeholders (students, teachers, families, and other school personnel) in developing and implementing the Transition IEP and transition planning throughout the secondary years.  

Upcoming Events in the Community

Community Agency Supports

Workshops & Webinars

Upcoming 25-26 WISD Transition Student and Parent/Guardian Workshops

Sept 2025 - Washtenaw Association for Community Advocacy September 30, 2025 5:30-6:30pm Medicaid Information, Social Security Benefits - washtenawaca.org

Oct 2025 - Transition Information Services Student and Parent Workshop October 23, 2025 9-11:30am Many agencies to speak and work with families - Join us on Zoom

March 2026 - Transition Law Night Workshop March 19, 2026 6-7:30pm Introduction to Postsecondary Transition Law/Information

April 2026 - MI Able Parent Workshop April 7, 2026 5:30-6:30pm Benefits for setting up MI Able accounts for your student's care and well-being - miable.org

May 2026 - Transition Information Services Student and Parent Workshop May 14, 2026 5-7:30pm Many agencies to speak and work with families - Join us on Zoom

For more information: call (734) 994-8100 ext. 1520 or email

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What is happening the next 2 weeks.

February 4
PAX Gymnastics - Our Play Ground
8:30 AM
PAX Gymnastics, 375 E North St Suite #101, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA
PAX Gymnastics - Our Play Ground
Date: Feb 4
Time: 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Location: PAX Gymnastics, 375 E North St Suite #101, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA
Calendar: Community Events
A soft, welcoming space for adults to PLAY (unstructured with minimal instruction). 
  • Climbing wall
  • Obstacle course
  • Soft spring floor
  • Hula hoops
  • Yoga balls
  • Hippity Hop
  • Frisbee
  • Foot/hand-bag
  • Balloon dancing
  • Slack-line

Plus: Amazing music to dance, move and roll with.

Sliding Scale: $15-$20
Screenshot 2025-01-17 at 8.01.33 AM.jpeg
EMU Special Olympics Cheer Team Organizational Meeting
5:30 PM
EMU Special Olympics Cheer Team Organizational Meeting
Date: Feb 4
Time: 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Calendar: Community Events
For EMU students with and without disabilities, and adults with developmental disabilities. RSVP to Kam Garner ([email protected]) or John Rose ([email protected]) If you are interested but cannot make the meeting, please reach out to Kam or John.
Boccia - Adult Sports Club
6:00 PM
High Point School, 1735 S Wagner Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103, USA
Boccia - Adult Sports Club
Date: Feb 4
Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Location: High Point School, 1735 S Wagner Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103, USA
Calendar: Community Events

Happy New Year! Attached you'll find registration information for Sports Club. We will facilitate 3-week rotations of adaptive pickleball, boccia, adaptive yoga, and martial arts. All clinics will be held on Wednesdays from 6-7pm at High Point School in Ann Arbor beginning January 14th.

Register here: UMAISE Event Registration

Please let us know if you have any questions!
email - [email protected]

February 5
On the Verge Support Group
9:30 AM
Work and Play Cafe, 444 N Hewitt Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
On the Verge Support Group
Date: Feb 5
Time: 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Location: Work and Play Cafe, 444 N Hewitt Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
Calendar: Community Events
Every first Thursday of the month. Sit, relax, have a cup of coffee and chat with other parents and caregivers. RSVP NOT REQUIRED.
February 6
Special Olympics Swimming (U of M)
4:00 PM
Ann Arbor YMCA, 400 W Washington St, Ann Arbor, MI 48103, USA
Special Olympics Swimming (U of M)
Date: Feb 6
Time: 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Location: Ann Arbor YMCA, 400 W Washington St, Ann Arbor, MI 48103, USA
Calendar: Community Events
For information on the UM SO College unified swim practices at the YMCA in Ann Arbor: email Kathryn Hemmila at [email protected]
UoM Swim Club Letter.pdf
February 10
WISD Board of Education Regular Meeting
5:00 PM
1819 S. Wagner Rd., Ann Arbor, MI 48103
WISD Board of Education Regular Meeting
Date: Feb 10
Time: 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Location: 1819 S. Wagner Rd., Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Calendar: WISD Calendar
WISD Mental Health Workshop for Parents and Caregivers
7:00 PM
WISD Mental Health Workshop for Parents and Caregivers
Date: Feb 10
Time: 7:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Calendar: Community Events

Creating a Safe Space to Grieve


  • Join KaDerrick Robinson, LMSW, from Ele’s Place as we learn about the definition of grief and what parents can do to support grieving children.

Register for Creating a Safe Space to Grieve Zoom
February 11
PAX Gymnastics - Our Play Ground
8:30 AM
PAX Gymnastics, 375 E North St Suite #101, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA
PAX Gymnastics - Our Play Ground
Date: Feb 11
Time: 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Location: PAX Gymnastics, 375 E North St Suite #101, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA
Calendar: Community Events
A soft, welcoming space for adults to PLAY (unstructured with minimal instruction). 
  • Climbing wall
  • Obstacle course
  • Soft spring floor
  • Hula hoops
  • Yoga balls
  • Hippity Hop
  • Frisbee
  • Foot/hand-bag
  • Balloon dancing
  • Slack-line

Plus: Amazing music to dance, move and roll with.

Sliding Scale: $15-$20
Screenshot 2025-01-17 at 8.01.33 AM.jpeg
Boccia - Adult Sports Club
6:00 PM
High Point School, 1735 S Wagner Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103, USA
Boccia - Adult Sports Club
Date: Feb 11
Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Location: High Point School, 1735 S Wagner Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103, USA
Calendar: Community Events

Happy New Year! Attached you'll find registration information for Sports Club. We will facilitate 3-week rotations of adaptive pickleball, boccia, adaptive yoga, and martial arts. All clinics will be held on Wednesdays from 6-7pm at High Point School in Ann Arbor beginning January 14th.

Register here: UMAISE Event Registration

Please let us know if you have any questions!
email - [email protected]

February 13
Special Olympics Swimming (U of M)
4:00 PM
Ann Arbor YMCA, 400 W Washington St, Ann Arbor, MI 48103, USA
Special Olympics Swimming (U of M)
Date: Feb 13
Time: 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Location: Ann Arbor YMCA, 400 W Washington St, Ann Arbor, MI 48103, USA
Calendar: Community Events
For information on the UM SO College unified swim practices at the YMCA in Ann Arbor: email Kathryn Hemmila at [email protected]
UoM Swim Club Letter.pdf
Night to Shine - 242 Community Church
6:00 PM
2|42 Community Church | Brighton, 7526 Grand River Ave, Brighton, MI 48114, USA
Night to Shine - 242 Community Church
Date: Feb 13
Time: 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Location: 2|42 Community Church | Brighton, 7526 Grand River Ave, Brighton, MI 48114, USA
Calendar: Community Events
Night to Shine is an unforgettable prom night experience, centered on God’s love, for people with special needs ages 14 and older. Night to Shine will celebrate its twelfth anniversary this year as thousands from around the world will come together to honor those with disabilities. For more information on Night to Shine, visit the Tim Tebow foundation website.

They are also looking for volunteers.

Please share with families. https://242community.com/event/night-to-shine/

February 18
PAX Gymnastics - Our Play Ground
8:30 AM
PAX Gymnastics, 375 E North St Suite #101, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA
PAX Gymnastics - Our Play Ground
Date: Feb 18
Time: 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Location: PAX Gymnastics, 375 E North St Suite #101, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA
Calendar: Community Events
A soft, welcoming space for adults to PLAY (unstructured with minimal instruction). 
  • Climbing wall
  • Obstacle course
  • Soft spring floor
  • Hula hoops
  • Yoga balls
  • Hippity Hop
  • Frisbee
  • Foot/hand-bag
  • Balloon dancing
  • Slack-line

Plus: Amazing music to dance, move and roll with.

Sliding Scale: $15-$20
Screenshot 2025-01-17 at 8.01.33 AM.jpeg
Boccia - Adult Sports Club
6:00 PM
High Point School, 1735 S Wagner Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103, USA
Boccia - Adult Sports Club
Date: Feb 18
Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Location: High Point School, 1735 S Wagner Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103, USA
Calendar: Community Events

Happy New Year! Attached you'll find registration information for Sports Club. We will facilitate 3-week rotations of adaptive pickleball, boccia, adaptive yoga, and martial arts. All clinics will be held on Wednesdays from 6-7pm at High Point School in Ann Arbor beginning January 14th.

Register here: UMAISE Event Registration

Please let us know if you have any questions!
email - [email protected]

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Program Map

Washtenaw ISD Program Map
Chelsea Young Adult
Dexter Young Adult
Liberty Young Adult
Washtenaw News Young Adult
Carpenter Young Adult
WCC Young Adult
EMU Young Adult
Ypsilanti Downtown Young Adult
High Point / Deaf & Hard of Hearing Program
Red Oak
Progress Park
Washtenaw County Complex
Teaching & Learning Center (TLC)
Manchester Jr. & Sr. High School
Riverside Intermediate School
Dexter High School
Eberwhite Elementary School
Milan Middle School

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Our School Strives To Ensure Our Website Is Accessible To All Our Visitors 

Washtenaw ISD is committed to providing a website that is fully accessible and we are currently in the process of developing a new website to better meet the needs of our customers. Our new website will include improvements to ADA compliance and accessibility, and during this transition, we remain committed to maintaining our existing website's accessibility and usability. 

ADA Compliance

Non Discrimination

It is the policy and commitment of the Washtenaw Intermediate School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any legally protected characteristic, in its educational programs, activities, admissions, or employment policies in accordance with Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments, executive order 11246 as amended, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and all other pertinent state and Federal regulations.

Non Discrimination Information

ADA and Title IX CoordinatorADA and Title IX CoordinatorMichigan Department of Civil Rights
Brian Marcel
Associate Superintendent
1819 S. Wagner Road 
Ann Arbor, MI  48103
(734) 994-8100 ext. 1402		Cassandra Harmon-Higgins
Executive Director, HR & Legal Services
1819 S. Wagner Road 
Ann Arbor, MI  48103
(734) 994-8100 ext. 1311		Online Complaint Form
(800) 482-3604
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