Henry-Stark Counties Special Education District #801

05/21/2026

As another school year comes to a close, we want to thank our incredible staff, students, and families for all of their hard work, dedication, and support throughout the year.

We wish everyone a safe, relaxing, and well-deserved summer break filled with fun, laughter, and time to recharge. Enjoy every moment, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another great year ahead!

Happy Summer! ☀️📚

04/20/2026

We’re looking for School Social Workers! 🍎

Join our team and make a meaningful impact by supporting students’ social, emotional, and academic success every day.

Join our team! HSCSED.org/jobs

04/08/2026

Today, our fantastic contractor Ringland-Johnson Construction partnered with the local Kiwanis Club to provide students interested in construction with a tour and hands-on experience at an active job site.

At Henry Stark, we are continually impressed by the professionalism and genuine care demonstrated by RJC. Their commitment to giving back to our community further reinforces that they were the perfect choice for this project!

Thank you to the Kiwanis Club for organizing this opportunity, and to Wethersfield and Kewanee High Schools for helping give these students a valuable firsthand experience.

03/06/2026

Today our young learners at Belle Alexander Elementary School hosted a Cross Cat Café! ☕

Students practiced their math skills by counting change, worked on social and greeting skills, and showed off their creativity with custom-decorated drink sleeves.

They served a long line of staff and friends who were eager for a morning caffeine kick!

Thank you to everyone who stopped by today. Our students worked so hard to make it such a fun and successful morning, and we’re so proud of them! 💙

02/17/2026

Interested in learning about Special Education Job Opportunites available right here at HSCSED? We are looking to fill positions Co-op Wide starting in August 2026 Wings Academy ExCEL School

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01/13/2026

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01/08/2026

Do you have a passion for helping students reach their full potential?
Do you enjoy being part of a team that gets a front-row seat to student success?

✨ We’re hiring for the 2026–2027 school year at Wings Academy! ✨
If you’re looking to be part of a truly life-changing educational environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Check out our current job postings and apply today through our website.
Come grow with us—and help our students soar!

12/22/2025

Our member districts are just as excited as we are about the incredible opportunities this new facility will provide for our students! Thank you Geneseo, IL School District 228 for this great write up!
Make sure to follow Wings Academy so you don't miss all of the exciting progress!

The Henry-Stark County Special Education District is preparing to open a transformative new facilit...

12/11/2025

Follow the Wings Academy page for exciting updates! We are so excited to see this project come to life!

12/02/2025

📚✨ Happy National Special Education Day! ✨📚

Today we celebrate the anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), a landmark law that ensures every child in the United States has access to a free, appropriate public education.

Before IDEA, many children with disabilities had limited or no access to schooling. Thanks to this legislation, students ages 3–21 can receive services across 13 qualifying areas, helping them learn, grow, and thrive.

Today, we also want to give a heartfelt shout out to our incredible staff. Their dedication, compassion, and tireless effort make it possible for our students to receive the education and support they deserve. 💙

Thank you for everything you do, today and every day! 🙌💛