Funding High-quality Special Education Services

Join the Education Commission of the States for a timely conversation on Funding High-quality Special Education Services on Wednesday, August 19. The number and percentage of students receiving special education services has increased in schools even as overall student enrollment has declined. Many schools now face a challenging dynamic where they are simultaneously experiencing fewer students, less overall state aid and more students receiving high-cost special education services. This session will explore our latest policy brief on state strategies to more equitably fund and support high-quality special education services for students.

Hear from our policy experts Chris Duncombe and Katja Krieger alongside Dr. Tammy Kolbe from the American Institutes for Research, who is leading the national study of special education spending. Together, they will share trends in special education services, discuss the national special education funding landscape and highlight evidence-based approaches to equitably fund high-quality services. Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding and engage in a meaningful discussion on supporting this diverse student population.