Frequently Asked Questions About Special Needs Schools in Pompano Beach
Who runs special education in Pompano Beach?
Broward County Public Schools, as a single countywide system. Pompano Beach families sit close to the Palm Beach County line, and while a public placement follows county boundaries, a private school does not, so the practical search area here is wider than the district map suggests. Broward County Public Schools ESE
What are transition services, and when do they start?
Transition planning is the part of the IEP that looks past graduation toward employment, further education, and independent living, and in Florida it must be in place by the time a student turns 16, with many teams beginning earlier. Families consistently underuse it. The years between 14 and 22 are when vocational assessment, work experience, and connections to adult agencies get built, and a plan that says only that the student will attend college is not a transition plan. Ask what specific skills are being taught and who is teaching them.
Does my child need to be re-evaluated?
Yes, at least every three years unless the parent and district agree in writing that it is unnecessary. Reevaluation can also be requested sooner if a child's needs appear to have changed, which is worth doing when a student is moving between school levels. The initial evaluation timeline of 60 calendar days from signed consent applies to first evaluations rather than reevaluations, so ask specifically what timeline governs yours.
Does FES-UA continue through the high school years?
The scholarship is available across the K-12 span for eligible students, and eligibility does not evaporate as a student ages into high school, though renewal deadlines fall earlier in the year than new applications and must be met each cycle. Families focused on transition sometimes find the education savings account structure useful in the later years, since approved funds can go toward services rather than tuition alone. Confirm current age and eligibility rules before planning around them.
Where can families get free support?
UM-NSU CARD covers Broward County at no cost and supports individuals with autism and related disabilities at any age, which makes it particularly useful during the transition years when school-based support winds down. UM-NSU CARD
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