Special Education/SES
Welcome to the Ajo Special Education page! Our department aims to provide meaningful education for all of our special needs students and to support parents, teachers, and schools in this endeavor. Student success is our success.
Parent-Teacher Meeting
The Exceptional Student Services (ESS) Department is hosting a parent-teacher meeting on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. in room 7 of Ajo Unified School District. Parents and family members of students receiving special education services, as well as anyone interested in learning about Ajo Unified School special education programs are welcome.
Join us for an opportunity to learn, share ideas, ask questions, and discuss your child’s educational programs, resources, activities, and support services provided through the ESS Department. Contact the Exceptional Student Services or the Special Education Department. If you have questions, please contact Brisy Nunez via email or call the Ajo Special Education Office at 520-387-4069. We look forward to seeing you!
AZ Child Find
Do you have concerns about your child’s development, learning, or behavior? AZ Find helps identify children, ages birth through 21, who may have a disability and need special education services.
Possible signs to look for include:
- Speech or communication delays
- Difficulty with learning (e.g. reading, math, or focusing)
- Social or behavioral concerns
- Developmental delays (e.g. motor skills, play skills, or daily living skills)
- Concerns about hearing or vision
Contact the Exceptional Student Services or the Special Education Department. If you have questions, please contact Brisy Nunez via email or call the Ajo Special Education Office at 520-387-4069.
Beliefs & Standards
We provide individualized special education services according to the following beliefs and standards:
- We support our students in the least restrictive environment (LRE) possible.
- Access to general education opportunities is the right of every student.
- All students are part of the school community.
- We align the participation and progress of our special education curriculum to state standards, facilitated through instructional best practices and IEP guidelines.
- Students learn and grow in an inclusive environment
Supplemental Educational Services
Students in the Ajo Unified School District No. 15 qualify for Supplemental Educational Services (SES) through an allocation of Title I funding the district receives. This service is in the form of extra tutoring support. Students and parents may contact the school director’s office to receive more information. Visit the Arizona Department of Education for more information about SES.
Contact Us
Brisy Nunez
ESS (SpEd) Office Manager
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