Press release announcing new guidance from OSERS and OCR seeking to protect students from discrimination and better meet the needs of children with disabilities. Read More
Questions and Answers on the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 for Students with Disabilities Attending Public Elementary and Secondary Schools
A set of common questions and answers for school officials regarding interpretation of the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, including how it impacts existing legislation and policy. Read More
Meeting the Communication Needs of Students with Hearing, Vision, or Speech Disabilities
Simple FAQ-style resource explaining Federal requirements for meeting the communication needs of students with hearing, vision, or speech disabilities. Includes steps for action if proper attention is not given as well as further resources. Read More
Types of Communication for Persons with Autism
Interview-style blog post regarding research on augmentative and alternative communication for students with autism spectrum disorder. It seeks to make communication interventions more effective and affordable. Read More
IDEA-Related Acronyms, Abbreviations, and Terms
A complete, alphabetized guide to all acronyms, abbreviations, and terms connected to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Read More
Raise the Bar: Eliminate the Educator Shortage
Discusses the problem of the teacher shortage and outlines several strategies being used to address the problem. Includes several useful, interactive graphs and maps to display the details of the issue. Read More
News Room
Hosts new or revised publications released by OCR, as well as press releases and fact sheets. Read More
ESSA: Key Provisions and Implications for Students with Disabilities
Outlines key implications and provisions for students with disabilities in the Every Student Succeeds Act, helping State Educational Agencies ensure that all students have the opportunity to succeed and necessary supports. Read More
Fast Facts: Students with Disabilities
Provides statistics about the population of students with disabilities receiving services. Includes links to other relevant tables and figures. Read More
OSERS: Special Institutions – The National Technical Institute for the Deaf
Explains the NTID’s mission to promote the employment of persons who are deaf by providing technical and professional education and some of the programs and research carried out at the Institute. Includes links to the program site and website. Read More