Foothill SELPA provide a wide range of tools and resources for educators with policies, guidelines and information to equip them to work with special needs families.

~It is not beyond our power to create a world in which all children have access to a good education. ~ Nelson Mandela

Welcome To
Foothill Selpa

Together with our member districts, Burbank Unified School District, Glendale Unified School District and La Canada Unified School District, we ensure EQUITY, ACCESS, & INCLUSION to all students and we unite our COMMUNITY of parents, students, teachers, staff, specialists and administrators.

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Our Areas of Services

Parent University

Come join us for informational and engaging workshops

Child Find

Do you believe your child may have a disability? We are here to help.

Resources for our Districts

SELPA Policies and Procedures

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136

SELPAs in California

Schools in Foothill SELPA

Foothill Member Districts

40,300

Students Enrolled

News & Resources

50 Years of IDEA- October

The October 2025 newsletter celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), highlighting its role in empowering students through individualized learning and strong IEPs. It recognizes various disability awareness months and key awareness days, while emphasizing the importance of student voice, self-advocacy, and collaboration in education. The issue spotlights specific learning disabilities, offers success stories of impactful IEPs, and provides suggested school and community activities to honor IDEA. Resources and tools are also shared to support educators, families, and students in fostering inclusion and student empowerment