US Govt Special Education - Grants to States Program

Program Description

Free public special education is available in all states of all eligible children and young people identified with disabilities under the Persons with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Services at no cost to parents, especially in the State public school system.

General Program Requirements

To qualify for this program, the child must be at least 3.21 and have a disability identified in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), which can be found in http://idea. ed.gov /.

Your next

The following information will guide the next steps to apply for this benefit.

Application Process

If you are a parent or guardian of a handicapped child, contact your local school district to find out what services are available.

Contact program

Parent centers in each state to provide training and information for parents and professionals working with disabled children. For more information about this resource, visit: http://www.ed.gov/programs/osepgts/index.html

For more information about special education programs available in your area, visit the website of the Ministry of State for Education: http://nasdse.org/MeettheDirectors/tabid/60/Default.aspx