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Disability Benefits Get Reprieve Under Federal Debt Deal |
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Disability benefits will be paid on schedule, Social Security officials said, after the president signed last-minute legislation August 2 to prevent the nation from defaulting on its debt. More Information |
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Do I Have to Pay Enrollment Fees? |
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Yes
The federal regulations, at 300.39, define the term "special education" as "specially designed instruction, at no cost to the parents to meet the unique needs of a child with a disability..." But, at 300.39(b)(1), that same regulation says: "At no cost means that all specially designed instruction is provided without charge, but does not preclude incidental fees that are normally charged to nondisabled students or their parents as a part of the regular education program."
This means that parents of children with disabilities are subject to the same fees as other parents. What is free are the services, devices and placements specified in an IEP. |
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Helping Youth Develop "Soft Skills" for Employment: Tips for Parents |
Many parents of youth approaching adulthood worry about their child's future. One way family members can help is by working with and encouraging youth to develop soft skills. More Information |
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Enhancing Inclusive Child Care Programs for Children with Autism |
Enhancing Inclusive Child Care Programs for Children with Autism is a module designed to share information on recognizing autism, discussing topics with families, describing sensory processing issues, identifying sensory responses and problem solving and planning how to address challenging behaviors. Click here for the brochure |
