81. 1997 Ammendments To IDEA of a child's assistive technology needs in the The 1997 amendments state that childrenwith disabilities who schools are entitled to special education services http://www.wata.org/dyk/idea-97-ammendments.htm

Site Index By Frances Pennell, J.D. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act Amendments of 1997 (Public Law 105-17), signed into law on June 4, 1997, include several changes that could significantly impact the provision of assistive technology to special education students in Washington State. Here are the highlights: Private School Students: The 1997 Amendments resolve an issue on which there have been conflicting court opinions the extent to which public schools must provide services to students with disabilities who attend private schools. The 1997 amendments state that children with disabilities who are placed by their parents in private schools are entitled to special education services but at a cost which is limited to a proportionate share of federal IDEA dollars. According to OSPI, if 10 of 100 district special education students attend private school, 10 percent of the district's federal funding should be directed to the private school students. This is likely to be a very small amount. Districts must still pay for general and special education services for children placed by the districts in private schools. Districts may also be obligated to pay "full freight" if a court or hearing officer finds that the District failed to make available a free and appropriate public education. Courts can reduce the amount of such reimbursement if they find that the parents failed to properly notify the district of their intent to transfer the child to a private school setting, failed to cooperate with the district's proposed evaluation of a child and/or for other reasons.

82. Oregon Blue Book Special Education are provided with federal and state funds ensuring that the services reflect localneeds. Support for special education, instruction, technology, instructional http://bluebook.state.or.us/education/specialed/specialed.htm

Special Education In 2001-02, nearly 78,000 Oregon children and youth (birth-21) with disabilities received special education or other services. Of the 70,909 who were school-aged (5-21), 96 percent attended a regular public school where they participated in the general curriculum and received specially designed instruction and related services. Other students with disabilities received their education and special education services in a state-operated or state-supported program. The goal for these students is similar to that for all students: to receive an education that prepares them for living and working in an integrated community setting of their choice. Oregon School for the Deaf Oregon School for the Blind Juvenile Corrections Education Programs Statewide Interagency Coordinating Council for Early Intervention Services ... Education Service Districts Oregon School for the Deaf top Jane Mulholland, Director

83. Texas Department Of Agriculture - Pesticide Registration Program Any pesticide distributed in the state must have a current registration as longas the product remains in the channels of trade. special Local needs. http://www.agr.state.tx.us/pesticide/registration/pes_registra.htm

Pesticide Registration Program The program is responsible for registering all pesticides distributed in Texas. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulates pesticides through the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act, as amended. Section 3 of FIFRA explains federal requirements for pesticide registration. This program submits to the EPA Section 18 emergency exemptions, registers 24(c) special local need applications, approves experimental use permits and approves 2(ee) recommendations. Pesticide Registration Required The Texas Pesticide Law and Regulations require a pesticide to be registered before it is sold or distributed in Texas. Out-of-state registrants must designate a resident agent. Registrants are required to fill out an application form and submit complete information for each product registered. (Pesticide Law.) Products can no longer have discontinuance status. Any pesticide distributed in the state must have a current registration as long as the product remains in the channels of trade. The registrant is responsible for ensuring that the registration of the pesticide product remains in effect. FIFRA 25(b) Exemptions Registration is not required in Texas for a pesticide that is exempt from registration with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under federal law. However, federal regulations contain specific requirements to be eligible for exemption. See

84. What's New is inviting organizations across the state to host infants and toddlers with specialneeds and their be amended to conform with changes in federal regulations. http://www.dds.ca.gov/whatsnew/new.cfm

Skip Navigation Links California Home Friday, April 11, 2003 DDS Home Page What's New Developmental Centers Regional Centers ... Site Index What's New Consumer Advisory Committee Meeting The Consumer Advisory Committee provides advice to DDS on policies, programs, legislation, and regulations that affect the lives of consumers in California. Early Start Month Governor Gray Davis has proclaimed the month of March 2003 as "Early Start Month" in honor of the California Early Start Program. Community Conversations with People with Developmental Disabilities in California (PDF) A booklet about what choices people make in their life today and what choices they would like to make. Early Start Annual Performance Report 2000 - 2001 (PDF) A comprehensive report that describes the overall accomplishments and activities of Early Start during the reporting period. Community Program Development Grants The State Council on Developmental Disabilities seeks proposals for new programs that are creative, special and innovative for people with developmental disabilities and their families. DDS Fact Book - Fifth Edition The DDS Fact Book offers a look at the demographics and characteristics of persons served by DDS.

85. Department Of Veterans Affairs Home Page: Text Only Version presidential memorial certificates, and state cemetery grants The unique circumstancesand special needs of minority to the genderspecific needs of women http://www.va.gov/textonly.htm

How May We Serve You? Department of Veterans Affairs If you accessed this page because you were having difficulty with your screen reader, please consult our Accessibility Tips page. Appeals: Board of Veterans' Appeals Turn to this site to better understand the appeal process and read up on decisions from 1994 through 1999. Learn about benefits as they relate to cemeteries, headstones and markers, presidential memorial certificates, and state cemetery grants program. Veterans compensation and pension benefits are covered, as well as dependents compensation and pension, dependents educational assistance, application forms, and on-line e-mail access to a regional office for assistance. Education Benefits The site includes benefits information, school certificates, news, regulations and policy, forms, frequently asked questions, and e-mail inquiries. Find out about eligibility for health care, VHA facilities locator, forms, frequently asked questions, hot topics and press releases, VHA general information, and e-mail contact.

86. US Charter Schools Website special education resource offices in your state. and activities that receive federalfinancial assistance. educating children with special needs, provides for http://www.uscharterschools.org/cs/uscsp/query/q/112?topic=24&x-title=Resources

87. Division For Special Health Needs, BFCH has relied on a combination of state funds and kinds of services do individuals withspecial needs and their what extent do existing services meet those needs. http://www.state.ma.us/dph/bfch/shn/

Division for Special Health Needs BFCH home DPH home Contact us The Division for Special Health Needs plans, implements and evaluates public health programs for individuals with disabilities or special needs throughout the life span. This role goes back to Title V of the Social Security Act, which established a system for states to provide care for children with special health care needs starting in 1935. In recent years, the division has relied on a combination of state funds and grants, as well as federal funds, to support its work. While children, especially younger children, have been the main focus of division programs in the past, the needs of young adults and adults with disabilities receive increasing attention in division activities today. The Mass Initiative for Youth with Disabilities and the Office on Health and Disability are the division's programs which focus on the health needs of teens, young adults and adults with disabilities. Programs run directly by the division generally develop or enhance services which are specifically targeted for individuals with disabilities or special needs. But it is also the division's role, as part of the Department's Bureau of Family and Community Health, to assure that all Department of Public Health primary care and preventive health programs are sensitive and responsive to the concerns of children and youth with special health care needs, their families, and adults with disabilities.

88. Division Of Special Education - Compliance Q&A (Discipline) its provisions are subject to the state and federal will determine whether the studentneeds services to and Secondary Education, Division of special Education http://www.dese.state.mo.us/divspeced/Compliance/Q&A/Discipline.html

Home Division of Special Education Compliance Special Education Compliance Discipline Frequently Asked Questions Recent Questions Does the Missouri Safe Schools Act apply to students with disabilities? Posted 05/22/2002 Can students with disabilities be removed from school for possession of a dangerous weapon, possession or use of illegal drugs, or sale or solicitation of a controlled substance? Posted 05/22/2002 Can a school district "stack" suspensions when drugs and weapons are involved? Posted 05/22/2002 Are school districts required to use 45-calendar-day placement for drugs or weapons, or can they go right to a long-term suspension/expulsion if conduct is unrelated to the student’s disability? Posted 05/22/2002 How does the school district remove students with disabilities from school if they are dangerous or violent? Posted 05/22/2002 When a student with a disability is suspended for more than 10 days in a school year, does the student still receive services? Posted 05/22/2002 What is considered a "long-term" suspension?

89. Legal Rights And Safeguards your child that addresses his or her unique needs. Under IDEA, special educationand related services are must meet the standards of the state Education Agency http://www.ncld.org/info/legal_rights.cfm

Enter your e-mail ebove Legal Rights and Safeguards What is IDEA? The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is the federal law that provides for special education and related services for school-age children with disabilities. IDEA, which is based on the 1975 law, the Education of All Handicapped Children Act, was reauthorized in 1997. Final regulations were published in the Federal Register on March 12, 1999 . The IDEA ensures that a free and appropriate public education (FAPE) that addresses the individual needs of students with disabilities is available. The law also guarantees the rights of children and youth with disabilities and their parents. What is FAPE? You are entitled to a free and appropriate public education (FAPE) for your child that addresses his or her unique needs. Under IDEA, special education and related services are provided at public expense and must meet the standards of the State Education Agency (SEA) and follow his or her IEP. What is LRE?

90. National Governors Association Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act of 2001 and state reform measures. General educationand special education must be flexible and responsive to individual needs. http://www.nga.org/nga/lobbyIssues/1,1169,D_4902,00.html

NGA Home The Center Governors News Room ... Legislative Update NGA Actions Letters November 30, 2001 letter (from Governor Sundquist and Governor O'Bannon) to Chairman Young, Representative Obey,... November 26, 2001 letter (from Governor Engler and Governor Patton) to Chairman Kennedy, Senator Gregg,... March 19, 2001 letter (from Governor Hodges and Governor Taft) to Senator Hagel and Representatives... Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) The Issue The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) was enacted in 1990 as amendments to the Education for All Handicapped Children Act. This law provides states with funding as well as mandates to provide a free and appropriate education and procedural safeguards for all children with disabilities without regard to costs incurred by states and localities. States have enacted their own statutes and regulations to comply with the federal laws and, in many cases, have gone beyond what is mandated by the federal government in providing services. State and federal laws and regulations, combined with the extensive and increasingly complex case law that has developed around this act, have made the practice of delivering services to students with disabilities complex and costly for states and communities. In addition, the federal government committed to provide funding for 40 percent of Part B services under IDEA. However, currently the federal government's contribution amounts to only 17 percent, and states are funding the balance to assist school districts in providing specials education and related services. State are currently reallocating existing state funds from other programs or committing new funds to ensure that students with disabilities are provided a "free and appropriate public education."

91. Virginia DEQ: Regional Offices The staff reviews applicant water needs and potential air within specific regionsof the state, and monitoring special water quality studies are conducted to http://www.deq.state.va.us/regions/

e-mail: Webmaster DEQ's seven regional offices are the primary point of contact for most people doing business with the agency. Regional activities include: permits remediation air quality water quality , and compliance, monitoring and enforcement Satellite and specialized offices Fredericksburg (satellite) Kilmarnock (satellite) Air monitoring (Richmond) Surface water investigations (Charlottesville) Permits Most permits from DEQ are issued by the permit section of each regional office. These include all individual Virginia Pollutant Discharge Elimination System water permits, Virginia Pollution Abatement water permits, and Virginia Water Protection permits, except minimum instream flow projects and Virginia Department of Transportation projects. This also includes all air permits: new and modified source permits, prevention of significant deterioration permits, state operating permits, and federal operating permits (Title V). For more information on specific types of permits: DEQ permits The permit section also handles many non-permitting functions, including pretreatment, water planning, construction assistance, and water plan approvals such as tax exemptions, plans and specifications, and certificates to operate.

92. Public Assistance Programs management includes applying for federal assistance, monitoring FEMA whether ImmediateNeeds Funding (INF Designating a state special Considerations Liaison to http://www.tnema.org/DisAsst/DA_PAHome.htm

93. Regulations - General Publications - Publications - Federal Reserve Bank Of New Congress has assigned to the Board of Governors of the federal Reserve System responsibility for implementing certain laws pertaining to a wide range of banking and financial activities. The Board implements those laws in part through its http://www.ny.frb.org/pihome/regs.html

Regulations A B C D ... EE Congress has assigned to the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System responsibility for implementing certain laws pertaining to a wide range of banking and financial activities. The Board implements those laws in part through its regulations, which are codified in title 12, chapter II, of the Code of Federal Regulations (12 CFR 201 et seq.). Following is a brief description of each of the Board's regulations. On the Board's site you can find the full text of the regulations and the most recent amendments as well as staff commentaries and codified interpretations. Table of Contents A Loans to Depository Institutions B Equal Credit Opportunity C Home Mortgage Disclosure D Reserve Requirements E Electronic Fund Transfers F Limitations on Interbank Liabilities G Disclosure and Reporting of CRA-Related Agreements H Membership Requirements for State Chartered Banks I Stock in Federal Reserve Banks J Check Collection and Funds Transfer K International Banking Operations L Management Official Interlock M Consumer Leasing N Relationships with Foreign Banks O Loans to Executive Officers of Member Banks P Privacy of Consumer Financial Information Q Interest on Demand Deposits, Advertising

94. LII: Law About...Education Act of 1974 provides that no state shall deny a process for evaluating a child's specialneeds and for Act, parents and families of special education children http://www.law.cornell.edu/topics/education.html

education law: an overview One government function is education, which is administered through the public school system by the department of education. The states, therefore, have primary responsibility for the maintenance and operation of public schools. The Federal Government also has an interest in education. The National Institute of Education was created to improve education in the United States. Each state is required by its state constitution to provide a school system whereby children may receive an education. State legislatures exercise power over schools in any manner consistent with the state's constitution. Many state legislatures delegate power over the school system to a state board of education. There is a strong concern with equality in education. Within states this leads to efforts to assure that each child no matter where he or she is situated receives an adequate education. The Equal Education Opportunities Act of 1974 provides that no state shall deny equal educational opportunity to an individual on the basis of race, color, sex, or national origin.

95. CHADD.ORG Dictionary services and physical access by state and local FAPE A Free Appropriate Public EducationSpecial Education and designed to meet the individual needs of each http://www.chadd.org/webpage.cfm?cat_id=23

96. About CHN Q&A future of public schools. The imposition of restrictive state orfederal regulations is an ongoing concern. CHN is committed to http://www.californiahomeschool.net/press/aboutchn.asp

Press Page About CHN Homeschooling Socialization Academics ... The Paradox Member Services Contact CHN Mission Statement Bylaws We're Independent ... Media Watch How to Homeschool How to Get Started Making Decisions Legal Options Legal Concerns Curriculum ... Uncle CHiN Advice Teen Guidance Dropouts? No! Driver's Ed Work Permits Teen Resources ... Join Now! Resources Homeschool Links Advertisers Organizations Magazines Online Support Subject Resources English Fine Arts Foreign Language Math ... Social Science General Resources Audiotapes Computers Discounted Books Distance Learning ... Worksheets Recommended Books How to... Unschooling Early-Childhood High School ... Education Mailing Lists General Info Calendar Legal It is legal Education Code Filing a PSA (R-4) Where to file a PSA ... Legal Help Legislation Alerts Bill Watch California Legislators Education Politics ... News Highlights About CHN Tell me about the California Homeschool Network. California Homeschool Network (CHN) was founded in a 1994 by a statewide group of homeschooling families. We are an inclusive group which means we serve families that choose all homeschooling styles and from all religious and ethnic affiliations. We are an all-volunteer organization of energetic and dedicated homeschooling families working to preserve our own educational freedom. What purpose does your organization serve?

97. National Governors Association Department of Education, specifically the Office of special Education and 23.2.5 StateFlexibility. additional flexibility to meet the unique needs of students http://www.nga.org/nga/legislativeUpdate/1,1169,C_POLICY_POSITION^D_542,00.html

NGA Home The Center Governors News Room ... Legislative Update Topics Appropriations and Budget Aviation Clean Air Act Clean Water Act ... Welfare Reform Policy Position Detail HR-23. Individuals with Disabilities Education Act Policy Printer-friendly Version 23.1 Preamble States have enacted their own statutes and regulations to comply with the federal laws and, in many cases, have gone beyond what is mandated by the federal government in providing services. State and federal laws and regulations, combined with the extensive and increasingly complex case law that has developed around this act, have made the practice of delivering services to students with disabilities complex and costly for states and communities. The nation's Governors support equal opportunity for all citizens and support the purposes and spirit of IDEA. In addition, the Governors have expressed their strong commitment to improving the academic performance of all students, including students with disabilities. The 105th Congress completed the reauthorization of IDEA and the bill was signed into law. Although some of the concerns of states were addressed in the final bill, many were not. The Governors urge Congress to completely address all of the following recommendations. 23.2 Recommendations

98. OSERS Office Of Special Education Programs (OSEP) MainPage Supports free public education of children and youth with disabilities through age 21. Features many publications, studies and links. http://www.ed.gov/offices/OSERS/OSEP

Privacy, Security, and Other Notices Skip Navigation Links Welcome! The Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) is dedicated to improving results for infants, toddlers, children and youth with disabilities ages birth through 21 by providing leadership and financial support to assist states and local districts. IDEA authorizes formula grants to states, and discretionary grants to institutions of higher education and other non-profit organizations to support research, demonstrations, technical assistance and dissemination , technology and personnel development and parent-training and information centers About this Site Search Site Map ... Contact and Feedback This page last modified August 15, 2002 ( gpr

99. Special Education Homepage Welcome to the special Education homepage. We ensure that children with disabitities receive an equivalent education to children without http://isbe.net/spec-ed

Assistive Technology Assistive Technology Grant Bilingual ... Transition Services Welcome to the Department of Special Education. We are dedicated to ensuring a quality education for ALL studentsone that is Second to None Christopher A. Koch, Ed.D. Director of Special Education 217/782-4870 Springfield 312/814-2223 Chicago Anthony E. Sims, Ph.D. Manager, Department of Special Education Springfield Office: 217/558-2375 or 217/782-0372 (Fax) 217/782-1900 (TDD) Chicago Office: 312/814-3171 (Fax) Kathryn A. Cox Acting Division Administrator Special Education Services 217/782-0372 (Fax) Tobia Thurman Acting Supervisor, Chicago Office Special Education Services 312/814-3171 (Fax) Guidance: Appropriate Procedures for Determining Placement in the Least Restrictive Environment and Identifying and Providing Appropriate Special Education and Related Services Transition Outreach Training for Adult Living (TOTAL) In October 2002 the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitation Services (OSERS) awarded the State Board of Education an IDEA Model Outreach grant. As a result, ISBE established TOTAL, which is a three-year project designed to provide training and technical assistance in the area of secondary transition. The link(s) below provide additional information about TOTAL and its services.

100. Massachusetts Department Of Education - Education Laws And Regulations http://www.doe.mass.edu/lawsregs/statelaws.html

get things done agencies elected officials Select Program Area DOE HOME Advisory Councils Board of Education Career and Technical Education Charter Schools Compliance/Monitoring Curriculum Frameworks/Institutes Dual Enrollment Early Learning Services Education Reform Educational Technology Educator Licensure Tests (MTEL) Educator Licensure Employment Opportunities ETIS Family Literacy Forms Directory General Educational Development Grants: Information Information Services Health, Safety and Student Support Services MCAS MECC - (Career Center) "No Child Left Behind" Federal Education Law Nutrition Programs Reading Office School and District Accountability School and District Profiles/Directory School Councils School Finance School-to-Career Education Security Portal Special Education Spread the Word Title I Virtual Education Space - VES Videotapes News District/School Administration Educator Services Assessment/Accountability ... State Regulations State Laws Federal Laws Legal Advisories Arbitration Awards District/School Administration ... Administration Education Laws and Regulations State Laws Education Reform Act of 1993 Massachusetts General Laws Search Page Massachusetts General Laws: Education See Chapters 69-78A MGL Chapter 71: Public Schools MGL Chapter 71A: Transitional Bilingual Education MGL Chapter 71B: Children with Special Needs E-mail this page ... Print View document.emaillinkform.pagetitle.value = document.title;

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