USD 497
Questions about Special Education Services should first be directed to your child's teacher or building principal. Additionally, the building school psychologist can be a helpful resource.
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For Special Education Records, please contact Susan Dale at sdale@usd497.org or phone 785-832-5000 ext 4865
Kevin L. HarrellExecutive Director Student Support & Special Educationkharrell@usd497.org785-832-5000 ext 2221
Laura BashamDirector of Student Services (Early Childhood & K-5)lbasham@usd497.org785-832-5000 ext 2410
Shelia M. SmithAssistant Director of Special Education (K-5)smsmith@usd497.org785-832-5000 ext 4535
Lori Stithem Director of Special Education (6-12, Transition)lstithem@usd497.org785-832-5000 ext 2668
Contact Information
110 McDonald Drive, Lawrence, KS 66044PHONE (785) 832-5000 FAX (785) 832-5016Office hours: 8am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday