Special Education

Summary of New Federal Guidance for State General Supervision Responsibilities Under Parts B and C of the IDEA

IDEA, Special Education

The U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services recently released updated and consolidated guidance on State supervision requirements under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This guidance clarifies state supervision role which requires: While this guidance is targeted toward state lead education agencies implementing IDEA supervision and monitoring systems, it […]

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2023 Special Education Minnesota Legislative Changes

Legislative Updates, Special Education, Students with Disabilities

The Minnesota legislature made substantial changes to Minnesota’s education laws, policy and funding during the 2023 legislative session. Many of these changes will benefit children with disabilities and their families. In this post, we will try to highlight the expansive changes this session.  For further information please review the statutory language and/or contact a school

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Return to School Roadmap Released

COVID-19, Special Education

The Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services released a Return to School Roadmap: Development and Implementation of Individualized Education Programs in the Least Restrictive Environment under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Many topics are covered including meeting timelines, ensuring implementation of initial evaluation and reevaluation procedures, determining eligibility for special education and

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2021-22 Special Education Family Engagement Survey

Special Education

Each spring the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) Special Education Division invites families of students with individualized education programs (IEPs) to complete a family engagement survey. Through the survey families have an opportunity to share feedback on their student’s IEP and the IEP process, teachers, and administrators. MDE shares a summary of family responses with

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