This “Questions and Answers” (Q&A) from the U.S.
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National Coordinating Center
Federal Guidance Letters
A letter from the US DOE addressing the use of IDEA funds to support college attendance. Case Summary: It's up to a student's IEP team whether to include attendance at a college or university as a component of a student's postsecondary transition plan, OSEP informed a school attorney. Whether the district may use Part B funds to cover the cost of the classes,however, hinges on state law.
Letter to Disability Rights Wisconsin that clarifies that the concept of least restrictive environment applies to transition work placements. This has implications for placing students in sheltered work settings when that is not the least restrictive environment for that student. A number of other related issues are also addressed.