Special Requests

The Special Request Program has changed for the 2020-21 school year. This page will be updated shortly.

The purpose of Special Request is to provide extra services for students with special academic needs.

Student Eligibility Requirements:

• Student must be a Pokagon citizen.
• Student must have an Educational Release form on file.
• All applications intended for payment must be received within the current academic year.
• Special Request Form must be turned in with each request.
• Supporting documentation must be turned in with the form at the time of request.
• Multiple requests can be put on the same Special Request form if all documentation is submitted with it.

	Allowable Costs (up to $500)
Early Childhood Education	Academic testing Occupational/physical therapy sessions Special needs material/training Speech/language sessions
K–12	Academic testing Occupational/physical therapy sessions Special needs material/training Speech/language sessions Graduation gown reimbursement (basic cap, gown, tassel)
Continuing Education	Academic testing Application fees, graduate school entrance fees, & exams Pre-requisite courses required to enter programs Special supplies such as nursing shoes, specialized equipment, and uniforms Mandatory parking fees for college students
Tribal Development	Academic testing Conference fees

*all other Special Requests will be reviewed with supporting documentation

This program does not cover the cost of computers or laptops.

Program Funds: $500 per year

Time Frame: August 1, 2020  - July 31, 2021

Documents Needed:
Educational Records Release Form, Special Request Application, and any other applicable documentation such as: IEP, 504 Plan, recommendation from medical or educational professional, etcetera.

Call Kristie Bussler at (269) 462-4222 prior to purchasing a device to confirm that it is covered in this program and to start the application process.