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MassAbility is a state agency dedicated to empowering students with disabilities, providing them with the tools and support necessary to succeed in both their education and professional endeavors. We recently held an information session on how MassAbility can assist in creating a smooth transition into adulthood. 
 
If you'd like to learn more, please view the recording and slide presentation linked below: 

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HEARING IMPAIRED INFORMATION
Callers can use Mass Relay (7-1-1). 7-1-1 is the single, toll-free, nationwide number that gives everyone access to relay services. People can simply dial 7-1-1 from any phone to reach someone who uses a standard phone or a TTY. An operator will relay verbatim the conversation between the parties.

  • You can also chat with us online at mass211.org
  • Call 2-1-1 or 1-877-211-6277
  • Runaway Assistance (Police Officers) ext 11
  • Childcare ext 23
  • Call2Talk (Mental Health Line) ext 25
  • Child Requiring Assistance ext 24
  • Disaster ext 20
 

Thank you very much and we appreciate everyone's efforts to keep our community healthy.

Assistant Superintendent of Student Services
Alison Elmer
[email protected]
Phone: 781-316-3533

Main Office: 781-316-3530
Fax: 781-316-3647

Mailing Address
Arlington High School
Special Education Dept, 14 Mill Brook Drive
Arlington, MA 02476

Special Education Coordinators

High School: Amy Forsythe
[email protected] 

Middle School: Kelley Bostwick [email protected] 

Elementary (Bishop, Peirce, & Stratton):  Kristin Burke
[email protected]

Elementary (Dallin & Thompson): Chris Carlson [email protected] 

Elementary (Brackett & Hardy): Louisa Popkin
[email protected]

Early Childhood: Joyce Schlenger
[email protected]

Out of District: Chris Carlson
[email protected]