This document serves as the Total Special Education System Plan for the BENTON-STEARNS EDUCATION District in accordance with Minnesota Rule 3525.1100. This plan also includes an assurance for compliance with the federal requirements pertaining to districts’ special education responsibilities found in United States Code, title 20, chapter 33, and Code of Federal Regulations, title 34, part 300. This document is a companion to the Application for Special Education Funds – Statement of Assurances (ED-01350-29).

The BENTON-STEARNS EDUCATION District special education director, is responsible for program development, coordination, and evaluation; in-service training; and general special education supervision and administration. They may be reached at Benton-Stearns Education District, P.O. Box 299, Sartell MN 56377 or (320) 252-8427.