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The Rogue River School District Special Education Department strives to support all students, and their families, who meet the special education eligibility requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), a federal special education law that requires school districts to provide a free appropriate public education to eligible children with disabilities. A free appropriate education encompasses special education and related services as described in an Individualized Education Plan (IEP), and provided to children in the least restrictive environment possible. 

The Rogue River School District offers a wide range of special education services such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Communication Disorder,  Deaf / Blindness, Emotionally Disturbed, Hearing Impairment,  Intellectual Impairment, Orthopedic Impairment, Other Health Impairment, Specific Learning Disability, and Traumatic Brain Injury. 

Special Education services provided directly by the School District include:  Speech / Language Therapy, Resource Room Teachers and Support Staff, Psychological Evaluation and Consulting, Site-Based Classrooms for Eligible Students, Transition Services for Eligible Students Aged 18 - 21.

Special Education programs provided by the district in collaboration with Regional Programs include: Physical Therapy, Vision Impaired, Hearing Impaired, Occupational Therapy,  Autism Spectrum Disorders and Behavior Consultation. 

You can obtain more information from your child's teacher, the building special education teacher or your principal. You may also call the Rogue River School District Special Education Department at 541-582-6003 for additional information. 

Child Find Requirements

Federal Law 105.17 known as the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires that school districts provide a free and appropriate education to all disabled children and young adults from birth through 21 years of age. 

The Rogue River School District requests assistance with the identification of any disabled children, ages 0 through 21, who are not enrolled or currently being served in one of the District's schools. If you know of any disabled children ages 0 through 21 who are not receiving education services, please call the Rogue River School District's Special Education Department at 541-582-6003.

2024 Tax Exemption for Parents of Children with Disabilities

The Oregon Tax Code provides an additional tax exemption for parents of eligible children with disabilities in Oregon.  The procedure for claiming an exemption for the 2024 tax year is explained in the Oregon Individual Income Tax Return and Instruction booklets.

Who qualifies for the exemption?

A child qualifies if they meet all of the following criteria:

  • Qualifies as a dependent of the parent(s) for tax year 2024;
  • Is eligible for early intervention services (birth to age 3), early childhood special education services (ages 3 to 5) or receives special education as defined by the State Board of Education of the state where the child attends school; and,
  • Is considered to have a disability as of December 31, 2024 under the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and related Oregon laws.

What documentation must be submitted with the tax return to qualify for this exemption?

As the tax instruction booklet indicates, the child must have an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP), as well as a current eligibility statement as a student with a disability.  If you do not have these documents contact your District for a copy of the IEP/IFSP cover sheet, and eligibility statement.  Copies of the IEP/IFSP cover sheet and eligibility statement are not required to be submitted with the tax return.  However, parents are advised to retain a copy with their 2024 tax records as the Oregon Department of Revenue may ask the parents to provide such documentation. If you have any Special Education related questions, please contact your local education provider.

Oregon Department of Revenue Online Instructions and Forms

Oregon income tax forms/publications are available at the DOR website (www.oregon.gov/DOR).  This process enables you to claim the additional tax exemption for the 2024 tax year. 

For further information and assistance in completing Oregon tax forms, consult a tax professional or contact the Oregon Department of Revenue at 1-800-356-4222.