Exceptional Student Services
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Department Overview
Our mission is to provide high-quality, culturally responsive, and individualized support to students with exceptional needs, ensuring they receive the services necessary to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
At Sanders USD, we are committed to excellence in specialized services, and we work collaboratively with families, educators, and community partners to create inclusive environments where every student can succeed.
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Meet Our Director: Raechelle Morgan
Mrs. Morgan brings a wealth of experience to her role. She previously worked as a Special Education Counselor and Evaluator for the Northern Bureau of Indian Education schools, serving communities on the Hopi reservation and throughout the Navajo Nation. Her clinical background includes serving as a Supervising Program Clinician at Four Corners Detox Recovery in Gallup, New Mexico.
In addition to her district leadership, Mrs. Morgan owns Excellence in Counseling and Consultation, a small business offering counseling and evaluation services for special education and clinical programs.
She holds a Level-2 School Psychologist Licensure, along with two Master of Arts degrees in Interdisciplinary Studies in Psychology and Special Education and Counseling from Western New Mexico University. She is currently completing a Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership with an emphasis in Behavioral Health.
Her research focuses on work engagement and the impact of communication and leadership styles, particularly among professionals from diverse backgrounds. Her goal is to support systems in building stable, ethical, and culturally competent programs that serve historically underserved communities.
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Our Commitment
We strive to:
- Deliver services that meet the unique needs of each student
- Uphold compliance with federal and state special education laws
- Foster inclusive practices across all schools
- Support staff with training, resources, and collaboration
- Build strong partnerships with families and communities
Thank you for visiting our page. We look forward to working together to support the success of every exceptional learner in our district.
ESS Directory
Raechelle Morgan
ESS Director
Yvonne Thompson
ESS Administrative Assistant
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Exceptional Services Updates
SpEd Policy Revision 2023
Sanders Unified School District #18 Exceptional Student Services Policy, Process and Procedures (Child Find, MTSS, 504, and Services.
SUSD Procedures for Referral
Sanders Unified School District #18 Exceptional Student Services Procedures for Referral, Evaluation, and Identification of Students Eligible for Services Pursuant to Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA 2004).
Procedural Safeguards in the Navajo Language
Parent and child rights in Special Education procedural safeguards notice.