Wisconsin's public schools are facing a funding crunch for special education. The state is only covering 35% of the costs, way less than the 42% promised in the budget. This drop happened because schools spent more on special education than the state expected. Advocates are worried. They say this funding gap will force schools to make tough choices. They might have ...
Special education is under threat. The Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) might be gutted. This could hurt many kids. Over 760, 000 students in Wisconsin rely on these services. More than 120, 000 of them have disabilities like dyslexia, Down syndrome, and autism. Special education is not just about schoolwork. It's about giving kids dignity. It's about see...
The recent government shutdown has sparked a fresh debate about the need for a federal Department of Education. While schools have continued to operate smoothly without federal oversight, the shutdown has highlighted the redundancy of the department. Local schools have remained open, teachers have been paid, and students have faced no disruptions. This raises the qu...
Special education in the U. S. is facing a significant challenge. The current administration has decided to reduce federal oversight of programs that support over 8 million children with disabilities. This decision includes cutting staff and funding, which could lead to a lack of support for these students. The situation is serious. The Department of Education has t...
Anchorage is in the middle of a heated discussion about closing two elementary schools. Parents and teachers are worried about how this will affect kids, especially those with special needs. They say moving students around too much can be disruptive and harmful. The school board is listening to these concerns. They have set up a survey and a meeting for people to sh...
Mississippi has just changed the rules for becoming a teacher. This is big news for people who want to teach elementary school or special education. The changes started this week. Now, students can teach while they learn. They can get a temporary license and take a free course to meet reading test requirements. The course is online, but there are also in-person sess...
The recent decision to let go of experienced staff at the U. S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) has sparked concern. This office is crucial for supporting students with disabilities. It includes two key agencies: the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) and the Rehabilitation Services Administration (RS...
In a move that has sparked outrage and concern, the U. S. government shutdown led to the layoff of over 120 employees in the special education division of the Department of Education. This decision, aimed at pressuring Democrats to end the budget crisis, has hit close to home for New Hampshire Sen. Maggie Hassan, whose adult son, Ben, has cerebral palsy and relied on...
In Malaysia, the number of children diagnosed with autism has grown significantly. In 2010, there were 99 cases, but by 2021, that number had jumped to 589. This rise highlights a critical need for more specialized education options beyond traditional schools. In 2011, the RYTHM Foundation stepped in to fill this gap. They opened Taarana School in Petaling Jaya, Sel...
A big problem is unfolding in the world of special education. Many people who work in this field have lost their jobs. This is a huge deal because these folks help kids with disabilities get the education they need. Without them, who's going to make sure these students are taken care of? The Department of Education has been cutting jobs left and right. They've been ...