Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Part B (IDEA)

IDEA funds, managed by the Student Support Services department, is designed to ensure that children with disabilities (ages 3-21) have the opportunity to receive a free, appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment. Funds are used to make special education services available to students consistent with each student's Individual Education Plan. Funding also supports early intervention services for students not currently identified as needing special education or related services, but who need additional academic and behavioral supports to succeed in school.