Explains the role of the Office of Civil Rights in enforcing Title VI, which prohibits discrimination based on race, color, or national origin in programs or activities that receive federal financial assistance. Read More
Sec. 300.8 (c) (2) – Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Section of the IDEA defining deaf-blindness. Read More
For students with disabilities, how do high school outcomes vary by disability category?
Infographic showing how high school outcomes vary with different types of disabilities. Read More
Laws and Policy
Provides information about educational laws and policies that impact students and protect their rights. Read More
Sec. 300.8 (c) (8) – Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Section of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act defining orthopedic impairment. Read More
Requirements for Accessible Electronic and Information Technology (E&IT) DESIGN– Pg 2
Outlines extensive accessibility requirements for contractors in information technology. Read More
Ensuring English Learner Students Can Participate Meaningfully and Equally in Educational Programs
Fact sheet explaining joint guidance from the Department of Education and the Department of Justice to state education agencias on their obligation to ensure that EL students can participate equally in programs. Includes guidance for EL students with disabilities. Read More
Sec. 300.8 (c) (3) – Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Section of the IDEA defining deafness. Read More
Final Regulations – Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
A list of all final regulations published since the IDEA statute’s last reauthorization. Includes a summary of the changes, the effective date, the analysis of comments, and the revised regulations. Read More
Questions and Answers: Addressing the Needs of Children with Disabilities and IDEA’s Discipline Provisions (July 19, 2022)
Updates guidance on discipline procedures and addresses topics that have arisen as the field continues to carry out the discipline provisions of IDEA. Read More