Special education, for students ages 3 to 21, is guided by federal and state requirements. The federal requirements are referred to as the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The state requirements are referred to as the Ohio Operating Standards for the Education of Children with Disabilities (Ohio Operating Standards).

The Bellaire Local School District is committed to high-quality education programs whereby all students are empowered to reach their individual potential, respect and value themselves and others, and become life-long learners.