Resources for Families

Washtenaw ISD provides early childhood and special education services from birth through age 26 across Washtenaw County.  Our district aims to provide exceptional service to each young child, student, and family we support.

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The WISD Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) exists to serve two basic functions:

  • To advise the WISD Board of Education on matters pertaining to special education; and
  • To fulfill those responsibilities designated in PA 451. The PAC also facilitates communication, awareness, and involvement between parents, local districts, Boards of Education/Boards of Directors and the Intermediate School District.

The ultimate goal of the Washtenaw Intermediate School District (WISD), Special Education Department is the successful transition of all students from school to post-school activities - whether postsecondary education, vocational training, integrated employment, continuing and adult education, adult services, independent living or community participation.  

Transition planning is the foundation for IEP planning process. The purpose of this website is to assist all stakeholders (students, teachers, families, and other school personnel) in developing and implementing the Transition IEP and transition planning throughout the secondary years.  

Upcoming Events in the Community

Community Agency Supports

Workshops & Webinars

Upcoming 25-26 WISD Transition Student and Parent/Guardian Workshops

Sept 2025 - MI Able Parent Workshop September 30, 2025 5:30-6:30pm Benefits for setting up MI Able accounts for your student's care and well-being - miable.org

Oct 2025 - Transition Information Services Student and Parent Workshop October 23, 2025 9-11:30am Many agencies to speak and work with families - washtenawisd.org/families

March 2026 - Transition Law Night Workshop March 19, 2026 6-7:30pm Introduction to Postsecondary Transition Law/Information

April 2026 - Washtenaw Association for Community Advocacy April 7, 2026 5:30-6:30pm Medicaid Information, Social Security Benefits - washtenawaca.org

May 2026 - Transition Information Services Student and Parent Workshop May 14, 2026 5-7:30pm Many agencies to speak and work with families - washtenawisd.org/families

For more information: call (734) 994-8100 ext. 1520 or email 

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What is happening the next 2 weeks.

June 9
Color Our World: Inclusive Summer Art Program - Work and Play
12:00 PM
Work and Play Disabiliy Community Center, 444 N Hewitt Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
Color Our World: Inclusive Summer Art Program - Work and Play
Date: Jun 9
Time: 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location: Work and Play Disabiliy Community Center, 444 N Hewitt Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
Calendar: Community Events

About the event




Get ready for a vibrant and joy-filled summer of creativity, connection, and self-expression at the Work and Play Disability Community Center! Led by Lelaina MacDonald, this six-week inclusive art program is designed specifically for individuals with developmental disabilities who want to explore a variety of artistic styles and mediums in a supportive, sensory-friendly environment.

Participants will dive into hands-on projects like puppet-making, rock painting, wind chimes, mixed-media collages, “zoo in a bottle” creations, and more. Each week brings a new opportunity to express feelings, build confidence, and have fun through art.

🖌️ Two Age Groups Available:

  • Youth Ages 8–18: Mondays from 12:00–1:30 PM **

  • Adults 18+: Mondays from 1:30–3:00 PM (with options to assist with youth sessions too!) **

    ** We will offer a few Fridays for artists to complete projects if needed.


Register for Art Camp and get further information and pricing
June 9 - June 13
Know Obstacles Music Camp
1:00 PM
Eastern Michigan Music Department
Know Obstacles Music Camp
Date: Jun 9 - Jun 13
Time: 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location: Eastern Michigan Music Department
Calendar: Community Events

An interactive therapeutic music experience designed for individuals with a range of special needs.  The camp will provide a unique, five-day learning environment where participants can engage in structured musical jams focusing on vocals, instruments, and drum circles.  There is a performance for all campers on the last day of camp.

Camp Highlights: 
  • Five days of hands-on music activities, art, and dance
  • Focus on vocals, instruments, and drum circles
  • Open to individuals ages 8 and older
  • No prior musical experience necessary
  • Instruments provided for all participants
  • Parents and caregivers are welcome to participate

Times: 10-12pm and 1-3pm
Recommended Ages: 8 and up
Director: Steve Oz of Oz Music, Ann Arbor
Location: Eastern Michigan Music School
Cost: $290 per session (morning or afternoon)
or $495 for all day 10-3pm

Register
June 9 - June 13
Know Obstacles Music Camp
10:00 AM
Eastern Michigan Music School
Know Obstacles Music Camp
Date: Jun 9 - Jun 13
Time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Eastern Michigan Music School
Calendar: Community Events
An interactive therapeutic music experience designed for individuals with a range of special needs.  The camp will provide a unique, five-day learning environment where participants can engage in structured musical jams focusing on vocals, instruments, and drum circles.  There is a performance for all campers on the last day of camp.

Camp Highlights: 
  • Five days of hands-on music activities, art, and dance
  • Focus on vocals, instruments, and drum circles
  • Open to individuals ages 8 and older
  • No prior musical experience necessary
  • Instruments provided for all participants
  • Parents and caregivers are welcome to participate

Times: 10-12pm and 1-3pm
Recommended Ages: 8 and up
Director: Steve Oz of Oz Music, Ann Arbor
Location: Eastern Michigan Music School
Cost: $290 per session (morning or afternoon)
or $495 for all day 10-3pm

Register
June 10
WISD Board of Education Regular Meeting
5:00 PM
1819 S. Wagner Road, Ann Arbor, MI. 48103
WISD Board of Education Regular Meeting
Date: Jun 10
Time: 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Location: 1819 S. Wagner Road, Ann Arbor, MI. 48103
Calendar: WISD Calendar
Adaptive Fishing - UMAISE
5:30 PM
Argo Park Canoe & Kayak, 1055 Longshore Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, USA
Adaptive Fishing - UMAISE
Date: Jun 10
Time: 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Location: Argo Park Canoe & Kayak, 1055 Longshore Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, USA
Calendar: Community Events
Contact pmr-umaisetr@umich.edu for more information

Registration
Public Hearing: WISD Sexual Education Advisory Board (SEAB) Recommendations
6:30 PM
1819 S. Wagner Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48106
Public Hearing: WISD Sexual Education Advisory Board (SEAB) Recommendations
Date: Jun 10
Time: 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Location: 1819 S. Wagner Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48106
Calendar: WISD Calendar
June 11
PAX Gymnastics - Our Play Ground
8:30 AM
PAX Gymnastics, 375 E North St Suite #101, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA
PAX Gymnastics - Our Play Ground
Date: Jun 11
Time: 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Location: PAX Gymnastics, 375 E North St Suite #101, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA
Calendar: Community Events
A soft, welcoming space for adults to PLAY (unstructured with minimal instruction). 
  • Climbing wall
  • Obstacle course
  • Soft spring floor
  • Hula hoops
  • Yoga balls
  • Hippity Hop
  • Frisbee
  • Foot/hand-bag
  • Balloon dancing
  • Slack-line

Plus: Amazing music to dance, move and roll with.

Sliding Scale: $15-$20
June 13
Best Night Era Party - Work and Play
5:30 PM
Work and Play Disabiliy Community Center, 444 N Hewitt Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
Best Night Era Party - Work and Play
Date: Jun 13
Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Location: Work and Play Disabiliy Community Center, 444 N Hewitt Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
Calendar: Community Events

About the event

Dress in your boldest, flashiest, and most fabulous "Taylor Swift"-inspired outfit for an unforgettable night out!


The Best Night Era Party is a heartfelt tribute to the iconic music and timeless style of Taylor Swift. It’s more than just a party—it’s a celebration of friendship, fun, and fearless expression. Inspired by the magic of Taylor’s eras and the sparkle of community connection, this event promises a night to remember, featuring:



🍫 Chocolate Fountain

🪩 Disco-Themed Decor

🎤 Karaoke Galore

Registration and further information

June 14
Adaptive Kayaking - UMAISE
Gallup Park, 3000 Fuller Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, USA
Adaptive Kayaking - UMAISE
Date: Jun 14
Location: Gallup Park, 3000 Fuller Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, USA
Calendar: Community Events
Contact pmr-umaisetr@umich.edu for more information

Registration
June 16
New Horizons Summer Camp - Disability Network
8:00 AM
Disability Network Washtenaw Monroe Livingston, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, USA
New Horizons Summer Camp - Disability Network
Date: Jun 16
Time: 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Location: Disability Network Washtenaw Monroe Livingston, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, USA
Calendar: Community Events
Join us for the third summer of camp!  Space is VERY LIMITED, so REGISTER today! Youth with disabilities - Age 14-26 Four unforgettable weeks of fun, friendship, and adventure. Visual arts, performing arts, adaptive sports and fitness with U of M coaches, and more! June 16-19 June 23-26 August 4-7 August 11-14 Drop-off: 8-8:30am Pick-up: 3-3:30pm COST: $75 per week, per camper All four weeks: $250 per camper (discounted rate) Registration: tinyurl.com/DNWMLCamp                         Contact Krystina - krystina@dnwml.org
Color Our World: Inclusive Summer Art Program - Work and Play
12:00 PM
Work and Play Disabiliy Community Center, 444 N Hewitt Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
Color Our World: Inclusive Summer Art Program - Work and Play
Date: Jun 16
Time: 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location: Work and Play Disabiliy Community Center, 444 N Hewitt Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
Calendar: Community Events

About the event




Get ready for a vibrant and joy-filled summer of creativity, connection, and self-expression at the Work and Play Disability Community Center! Led by Lelaina MacDonald, this six-week inclusive art program is designed specifically for individuals with developmental disabilities who want to explore a variety of artistic styles and mediums in a supportive, sensory-friendly environment.

Participants will dive into hands-on projects like puppet-making, rock painting, wind chimes, mixed-media collages, “zoo in a bottle” creations, and more. Each week brings a new opportunity to express feelings, build confidence, and have fun through art.

🖌️ Two Age Groups Available:

  • Youth Ages 8–18: Mondays from 12:00–1:30 PM **

  • Adults 18+: Mondays from 1:30–3:00 PM (with options to assist with youth sessions too!) **

    ** We will offer a few Fridays for artists to complete projects if needed.


Register for Art Camp and get further information and pricing
Handcycling - UMAISE
4:00 PM
Lillie Park, Ann Arbor, 4365 Platt Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, USA
Handcycling - UMAISE
Date: Jun 16
Time: 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Location: Lillie Park, Ann Arbor, 4365 Platt Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, USA
Calendar: Community Events
Contact pmr-umaisetr@umich.edu for more information

Registration
June 17
New Horizons Summer Camp - Disability Network
8:00 AM
Disability Network Washtenaw Monroe Livingston, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, USA
New Horizons Summer Camp - Disability Network
Date: Jun 17
Time: 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Location: Disability Network Washtenaw Monroe Livingston, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, USA
Calendar: Community Events
Join us for the third summer of camp!  Space is VERY LIMITED, so REGISTER today! Youth with disabilities - Age 14-26 Four unforgettable weeks of fun, friendship, and adventure. Visual arts, performing arts, adaptive sports and fitness with U of M coaches, and more! June 16-19 June 23-26 August 4-7 August 11-14 Drop-off: 8-8:30am Pick-up: 3-3:30pm COST: $75 per week, per camper All four weeks: $250 per camper (discounted rate) Registration: tinyurl.com/DNWMLCamp                         Contact Krystina - krystina@dnwml.org
Adaptive Fishing - UMAISE
5:30 PM
Argo Park Canoe & Kayak, 1055 Longshore Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, USA
Adaptive Fishing - UMAISE
Date: Jun 17
Time: 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Location: Argo Park Canoe & Kayak, 1055 Longshore Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, USA
Calendar: Community Events
Contact pmr-umaisetr@umich.edu for more information

Registration
June 18
New Horizons Summer Camp - Disability Network
8:00 AM
Disability Network Washtenaw Monroe Livingston, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, USA
New Horizons Summer Camp - Disability Network
Date: Jun 18
Time: 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Location: Disability Network Washtenaw Monroe Livingston, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, USA
Calendar: Community Events
Join us for the third summer of camp!  Space is VERY LIMITED, so REGISTER today! Youth with disabilities - Age 14-26 Four unforgettable weeks of fun, friendship, and adventure. Visual arts, performing arts, adaptive sports and fitness with U of M coaches, and more! June 16-19 June 23-26 August 4-7 August 11-14 Drop-off: 8-8:30am Pick-up: 3-3:30pm COST: $75 per week, per camper All four weeks: $250 per camper (discounted rate) Registration: tinyurl.com/DNWMLCamp                         Contact Krystina - krystina@dnwml.org
PAX Gymnastics - Our Play Ground
8:30 AM
PAX Gymnastics, 375 E North St Suite #101, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA
PAX Gymnastics - Our Play Ground
Date: Jun 18
Time: 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Location: PAX Gymnastics, 375 E North St Suite #101, Chelsea, MI 48118, USA
Calendar: Community Events
A soft, welcoming space for adults to PLAY (unstructured with minimal instruction). 
  • Climbing wall
  • Obstacle course
  • Soft spring floor
  • Hula hoops
  • Yoga balls
  • Hippity Hop
  • Frisbee
  • Foot/hand-bag
  • Balloon dancing
  • Slack-line

Plus: Amazing music to dance, move and roll with.

Sliding Scale: $15-$20
Special Titans Camp - Basketball
9:00 AM
Calihan Hall, 4001 W McNichols Rd, Detroit, MI 48221, USA
Special Titans Camp - Basketball
Date: Jun 18
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Calihan Hall, 4001 W McNichols Rd, Detroit, MI 48221, USA
Calendar: Community Events


Basketball camp! Download the PDF REGISTRATION FORM HERE

Club SkyWild
7:00 PM
Work and Play Special Needs Resource Center, 444 N Hewitt Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
Club SkyWild
Date: Jun 18
Time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Location: Work and Play Special Needs Resource Center, 444 N Hewitt Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
Calendar: Community Events




Welcome to Club SkyWild


Club SkyWild is a unique social program for neurodivergent adults (ages 18+) designed to foster connection, creativity, and fun. Held the third Wednesday of each month from 7–9 PM in Ypsilanti, MI, participants enjoy a vibrant mix of activities, from painting and cooking classes, to game tournaments, to laid-back chats in a cozy quiet room. Upon arrival, you'll receive SkyWild Dollars called "Hollars" to spend on snacks, drinks, and activities, letting you practice money management while having a blast. Whether you're crafting, cooking, or just catching up with friends, Club SkyWild is a welcoming space to relax, learn new skills, and explore your creativity.

Register





Pricing Information

Drop-In Rate: $25 per session
Pay as you go and join us for any session that fits your schedule!

 

6-Session Package: $125
Save by purchasing a 6-session package! This flexible option allows you to attend any six sessions of your choice over time.

 

Both options include access to all activities, snacks, drinks, and the full Club SkyWild experience.


June 19
New Horizons Summer Camp - Disability Network
8:00 AM
Disability Network Washtenaw Monroe Livingston, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, USA
New Horizons Summer Camp - Disability Network
Date: Jun 19
Time: 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Location: Disability Network Washtenaw Monroe Livingston, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, USA
Calendar: Community Events
Join us for the third summer of camp!  Space is VERY LIMITED, so REGISTER today! Youth with disabilities - Age 14-26 Four unforgettable weeks of fun, friendship, and adventure. Visual arts, performing arts, adaptive sports and fitness with U of M coaches, and more! June 16-19 June 23-26 August 4-7 August 11-14 Drop-off: 8-8:30am Pick-up: 3-3:30pm COST: $75 per week, per camper All four weeks: $250 per camper (discounted rate) Registration: tinyurl.com/DNWMLCamp                         Contact Krystina - krystina@dnwml.org
BIG Best In Games All Abilities Night
2:00 PM
BIG Best In Games, 4095 Carpenter Rd Suite A, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
BIG Best In Games All Abilities Night
Date: Jun 19
Time: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Location: BIG Best In Games, 4095 Carpenter Rd Suite A, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
Calendar: Community Events

About the event




Invite your friends, invite your family, invite those that are part of your community to the BIG Best in Games ALL ABILITIES Night! Enjoy UNLIMITED laser tag, bumper cars, trampolines, tsunami slide, jousting, ninja course, VR grave digger ride, drop tower, foam pit and more for only $25 FOR THREE HOURS! (All ages 5+) 20% of the ticket sales and 10% on restaurant sales will be returned to the Work and Play to our NEW scholarship program.

** All people purchasing a ticket to this event will also receive a $25 gift card for future use. 

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ADA & Accessibility

Our School Strives To Ensure Our Website Is Accessible To All Our Visitors 

Washtenaw ISD is committed to providing a website that is fully accessible and we are currently in the process of developing a new website to better meet the needs of our customers. Our new website will include improvements to ADA compliance and accessibility, and during this transition, we remain committed to maintaining our existing website's accessibility and usability. 

ADA Compliance

Non Discrimination

It is the policy and commitment of the Washtenaw Intermediate School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any legally protected characteristic, in its educational programs, activities, admissions, or employment policies in accordance with Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments, executive order 11246 as amended, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and all other pertinent state and Federal regulations.

Non Discrimination Information

ADA and Title IX CoordinatorADA and Title IX Coordinator
Brian Marcel
Associate Superintendent
1819 S. Wagner Road 
Ann Arbor, MI  48103
(734) 994-8100 ext. 1402
Cassandra Harmon-Higgins
Executive Director, HR & Legal Services
1819 S. Wagner Road 
Ann Arbor, MI  48103
(734) 994-8100 ext. 1311