How to Get Broward School Disability and IEP Help
Put the request in writing to the school and use the district ESE and compliance routes when the school-level process stalls.
Start here
Start with the principal, school ESE specialist, or school psychologist in writing. Broward County Public Schools lists Exceptional Student Learning Support at 754-321-3400 and ESE Dispute Resolution and Compliance at 754-321-3411.
District compliance concerns: 754-321-3411
See district contact numbersWhat to have ready
- Child’s school, grade, student ID, and parent contact
- Written evaluation, IEP, 504, records, discipline, or meeting request
- Progress data, evaluations, and relevant provider information
- Examples of disability-related impact and all notices received
Words you can use
“I am making a written request for [evaluation, IEP meeting, records, or support] because disability-related needs affect [specific access or progress]. Please confirm receipt and the next procedural step.”
Steps in order
- 1
Send the request in writing and keep proof.
- 2
Ask for prior written notice when a request is refused.
- 3
Bring a short concern list and records to meetings.
- 4
Use district ESE compliance and Florida dispute-resolution routes when needed.
If the first answer is no or wait
Call 754-321-3411 for district ESE compliance assistance. A phone call does not replace the written request or preserve every deadline.
Official sources
Sources checked August 9, 2026. Confirm eligibility, hours, cost, service area, and current availability directly.
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