During grade 9, and annually thereafter, the IEP (Individualized Education Program) must address the student’s needs for transition from school

In 1999, the Supreme Court ruled in a case known as Olmstead vs. L.C. The lawsuit was brought against Commissioner

Students who meet eligibility criteria under Free, Appropriate Public Education (FAPE), have a right to special education and related services

The Community Access for Disability Inclusion (CADI) waiver is one of several Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers available through

The Individuals with Disabilities Improvement Act (IDEIA) of 2007 states all students with disabilities have a right to a Free

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a Social Security Administration (SSA) program. It gives cash benefit payments to people who have

An Individualized Education Program (IEP) may include “supplementary aids and supports to be provided to the pupil, or on behalf

The State Medical Review Team (SMRT) is a group of medical professionals and staff at the Minnesota Department of Human

Students with disabilities have the right to a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) in a Least Restrictive Environment (LRE). The

What is special education mediation? The Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) describes mediation as, “an informal, voluntary process to help

Early Intervention Services (EIS) are available for some infants and toddlers with disabilities. EIS provide assistance to help an infant

An evaluation for special education determines if a student is eligible for special education and related services. An initial (first)