EMPIRE

Disposal Notice of Special Education Records: In accordance with State and Federal regulations, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Empire Public Schools is providing an opportunity for former students who received special education services to obtain their special education records before they are scheduled for destruction. If you graduated, exited, or aged out of special education services during or before the 2018–2019 school year, you may request and pick up your records. These records could be useful for future educational, vocational, or personal purposes.

All eligible records must be picked up by October 1, 2025. After this date, the records will be permanently destroyed in accordance with state and federal guidelines. A valid photo ID is required for pickup. Records can only be released to the former student or their legal guardian, unless written consent is provided.

To request your records or for more information, please contact:

Amanda Copeland
Special Education Department
Empire Public Schools
Email: acopeland@empireschools.org