About the WSSEC

This site provides information about the issues and public policy matters on which we focus. Use the menu to find out more about our organization and projects. Visit our ‘ABOUT’ section and select Priority List for 2006/2007 priorities.

Our Mission

The Washington State Special Education Coalition was formed in 1977 to bring parent and professional organizations together in a spirit of cooperation to share information, explore issues and effectively advocate for quality education for all children, particularily those with special needs in Washington State.

Guiding Principles

  • To identify unmet needs of children with disabilities.
  • To provide a unified voice in support of appropriate programs, funding and staff training.
  • To be a statewide public awareness force, providing decision makers with up to date information about special education.

Mailing List

Sign up for our WSSEC email listserve and you will receive information about special ed and related childrens issues, trainings, workshops, and legislative updates. Just send an email to WSSEC to subscribe. You can unsubscribe by sending an email to the same address.

Keep informed during legislative session, check out our link to the Washington Legislature, with “District Look Up” and Access Washington. Just click Online Resources, then click Other.