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Autism Schools & Special Education in Des Moines

Iowa does autism education differently from most states: the Area Education Agencies carry much of the specialist weight, and Des Moines Public Schools operates separate special schools rather than relying on private placements. There is no autism-specific private day school in Des Moines. Here is the honest map.

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Des Moines Public Schools - Special Education

Public special education

District special-education supports and services; where evaluations and IEPs begin for Des Moines families.

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Des Moines Public Schools - Special Schools & Programs

Public separate special schools

The district's separate special schools, including Ruby Van Meter School for students K-21 with significant disabilities including autism.

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West Des Moines Community Schools - Special Education

Public special education

Special-education continuum for families in the West Des Moines district.

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Iowa Department of Education - Autism Spectrum Disorder

State education agency

State guidance on autism services in Iowa schools and how the AEA system supports districts.

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