The primary purpose of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is to provide children with disabilities the supports and services they need to learn and progress in their school work.  It requires that each child receive a free and appropriate public education (FAPE).  Parents or guardians of children with disabilities participate in many meetings, working alongside school personnel in planning the special education services and supports that the children need.  The resources you will find here can assist you in understanding some of the most important aspects of special education.

MISSION

The Republic Student Services Department is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment that promotes student achievement and independence, fosters continued growth designed for individual learners, and equips students with tools for a positive sense of self.

VISION 

The Republic Student Services Department will cultivate a collaborative environment that supports students in their individual growth and success, by equipping them with skills for self-advocacy, future education endeavors, and sustainable employment.

COLLECTIVE COMMITMENTS

• We will support the collaboration of department staff by promoting opportunities for vertical alignment PreK through Post-Secondary.

• We will support building and district level staff in aligning instruction with student needs, as well as the implementation of the procedural requirements of IDEA and Section 504.

• We will develop, in collaboration with the student’s team, individualized standards-based goals, and engage in effective progress monitoring.

• We will partner with students, families, and the community to support individual student growth, high expectations, and application of skills across environments.

• We will promote opportunities for students with disabilities to access the general education curriculum in an individualized manner within their least restrictive environment.

Beth Trogdon
Executive Director of Student Services
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Lauren Goddard
Assistant Director of Specialized Curriculum & Support Services
Email Lauren Goddard

Lindsey Lovekamp
Assistant Director of Early Childhood & Elementary Special Services
Email Lindsey Lovekamp

Leah Coffey
Assistant Director of Secondary Services
Email Leah Coffey

Kim Cole 
Administrative Assistant
Email Kim Cole

Special Education Office
636 N. Main
Republic, MO 65738

P: 417-735-3715
F: 417-732-3706

Regular Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.  

Elizabeth Blanford
Schofield Elementary
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 Kris Luginbill
Sweeny Elementary
Email Kris Luginbill

Mollie Trogdon
Lyon & McCulloch Elementary
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Taylor Shields
Price Elementary
Email Taylor Shields

Dan Vales
High School
Email Dan Vales

Lindsay Overton
Middle School
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Becky Williams
Section 504 Representative K-12
Email Becky Williams 

Mallory Aldridge
Behavioral Intervention Specialist
Email Mallory Aldridge