Special Education
Welcome to Special Education, this website exists as a resource for NUSD families, staff and community members. Our mission is to provide each student with an appropriate education in the least restrictive environment. We believe in high quality, evidence-based instruction and services for all students and we believe that all students can learn and succeed. Below you will find our areas of service.
Spotlight Community Awards
The Spotlight Awards recognizes people who have contributed tremendously to students and their families, who receive special education services from NUSD. These passionate individuals deserve to have a spotlight on them for the impact they make each and every day. Congratulations to our honorees!
Department Contacts
General Department Inquiries: (916) 561-5287 / Fax: (916) 299-5024
Megan Hudson – Assistant Superintendent
Tracy Cobb – Administrative Assistant
Earl Pavao - Executive Director
Kori Olson – Executive Director
Vanessa Mercado – Director
H. Allen Hight Elementary, Heredia-Arriaga, Heron School, Jefferson School, Two Rivers Elementary, Witter Ranch Elementary, Special Education Preschool
Wendy Rodriguez – Director
Discovery High School, Inderkum High School, Leroy Greene Academy, Natomas High School, Natomas Middle School, Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary/Middle School/High School
Rosemarie de Alba – Administrative Assistant
Joann Day – Director
American Lakes School, Bannon Creek School, Larry G. Meeks Virtual Academy, Natomas Park Elementary, and Paso Verde School
Joseph Farinias – Administrative Secretary
Vacant – Office Specialist III
SEIS/SPED Confidential Files may be requested by sending an email to: spedrecordsrequest@natomasunified.org