Special School District (SSD)

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Special School District of St. Louis County (SSD) is a leader in providing special education services to students with disabilities and also provides a wide range of career and technical education programs.

Special School District, the largest specialized education provider in the state, equips and empowers students of all learning abilities to excel to their greatest potential. This is realized through an inclusive, collaborative approach, supported by our comprehensive resources and deep expertise - all of which is centered on each student’s unique needs.

Mission

To support and empower students of all learning abilities to excel to their greatest potential.

Vision

All students realize their full potential in life and learning.

Values

Equity • Commitment • Collaboration

Dr. Chad Lent

DR. CHAD LENT
DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL EDUCATION
314-989-8182

 

Central Administrative Offices
12110 Clayton Road
Town & Country, MO 63131
314.989.8100

Administrative Staff

Kathleen
Ms. Kathleen Vierod
SpEd. Coordinator: Michelle Obama EC 
314-989-8213
Mashonda2

Ms. Mashonda Behling
SpEd. Coordinator: RGHS and ACE 
314-869-4700 x22246

Monica
Ms. Monica Hiatt
SpEd. Coordinator: Westview and Central Middle Schools 
314-989-8231
Karen
Ms. Karen Hall
SpEd. Coordinator: Highland, Lewis and Clark, LeMasters, Koch, and Meadows 
314-989-8116
Suzanne
Dr. Suzanne Johnson
SpEd. Coordinator: Danforth, Glasgow, Gibson, and Moline 
314-989-8578