Special Education Office

18700 Audette
Dearborn, MI 48124
Office: (313) 827-7050
Fax: (313) 827-7061

Special Education Department Administrative Team


Mike Esseily

Director of Special Education
esseilm@dearbornschools.org
(313) 827-7050

Mariam Alaouie

Special Education Coordinator
alaouim@dearbornschools.org
(313) 827-7052

Dr. Rola Bazzi-Gates

Special Education Coordinator
bazzir@dearbornschools.org
(313) 827-6564

Fatin Sobh

Special Education Coordinator
sobhf@dearbornschools.org
(313) 827-7285

Willanda Taylor

Special Education Coordinator
taylorw@dearbornschools.org
(313) 827-7744

Tammy Fournier

Principal Howe Montessori/Special Education Coordinator
fournit@dearbornschools.org
(313) 827-7002

Lina El-kaissi

Special Education Transportation
elkaisl@dearbornschools.org
(313) 827-7059

Vicki Kort

Special Education Records
kortv@dearbornschools.org
(313) 827-7053

Resources

Michigan Council for Exceptional Children

Project Scissor Gait Foundation is dedicated to supporting those who were born with Eagle-Barrett Syndrome and Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita or AMC. We work closely with those who have PBS and AMC, as well as their family, friends and entire support network.

Our Vision
Dearborn Public Schools Special Education Department
Plan, Believe, Achieve

Our Mission
Through collaborative partnerships with families, students, staff and the community, Dearborn Public Schools Special Education Department will support and challenge our students with disabilities through the provision of a rigorous and individualized inclusive education, preparing each for life success.

Special Education Services

TitleSummary
Child FindIf you suspect your child has a disability affecting his or her school performance, please …
Emotional Support HotlineDearborn Public Schools is offering an emotional support hotline to assist students and families who …
Specific Learning DisabilitiesEach local education agency and public school academy in Michigan is required to publicly post …
Students with Disabilities – 504 PlansIf your child has a physical or mental disability, she/he may be eligible for a …