SELPA celebrates the 50th anniversary of IDEA!


Pioneer Elementary celebrates IDEA 50th anniversary! 

The SELPA Administrators of California are proud to launch a yearlong series of monthly resources to honor the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).  Since its passage in 1975, IDEA has transformed the educational landscape by ensuring that children with disabilities receive a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE), grounded in the principles of equity, access, and inclusion.

Each month, we will highlight an important focus and disability, providing carefully curated resources and suggested activities, as well as links to California’s Statewide System of Support.  We hope that these monthly resources will help Special Education Local Plan Areas (SELPAs), Local Educational Agencies (LEAs), and community agencies engage with their communities, reflect on progress, and reaffirm their commitment to inclusive education.

The focus for October 2025 is “Individual Education Programs and Student Voice”.  A link to all resources can be found here


Help us celebrate five decades of progress while looking ahead to the future of possibility for all students.