Section of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act defining the proper evaluation procedures for children that may have a disability. Read More
Laws Impacting Special Education
Provides information about 504 plans and other laws and policies protecting children with disabilities while they attend school. Read More
Sec. 300.8 (c) (6) – Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Section of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act definining intellectual disability. Read More
OSEP Fast Facts Highlight Children Identified With Intellectual Disability
Presents data specific to the nationwide population of students with intellectual disabilities. Read More
Section 1400 – Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Section of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act outlining Congress’ findings and purposes behind the Act. Read More
Questions and Answers on Serving Children with Disabilities Placed by Their Parents in Private Schools
Provides guidance regarding the IDEA requirements applicable to children with disabilities placed by their parents in private schools, who are not enrolled in the LEA, and for whom the provision of FAPE is not at issue. Read More
Statute and Regulations – Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Outlines the statute and regulations of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, including an outline by section. Read More
Rehabilitation Services Administration – Home Page
Explains RSA’s mission of providing leadership and resources to assist state and other agencies in providing vocational rehabilitation and other services to individuals with disabilities to maximize their employment, independence, and integration into the community and the competitive labor market. Links to its dedicated website. Read More
Transition and Postsecondary Programs for Students with Intellectual Disabilities: Awarding & Legislation
Lists and links to the legislation, regulations, guidance, and funding/awards for transition and postsecondary programs for students with intellectual disabilities. Read More
Section 504
General page explaining Section 504 and its various impacts on students with disabilities. Links to further resources. Read More