This year, the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) launched a new Individualized Education Program (IEP) form. A handful of school districts signed on as early adopters, but most districts will phase in the form at annual reviews during the 2024-25 school year.
In a recent interview with Heidi Harris, Outreach Specialist-Black Families at the Federation for Children with Special Needs (FCSN), we delved into her crucial role and the impactful work she is leading, particularly in Brockton, MA.
The U.S. Department of Education Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) issued important guidance on July 24, 2023 on the topic of “General Supervision.” OSEP outlines the responsibilities of state education departments to ensure that school districts are applying special education and early intervention laws correctly.