Recorded Webinar: COVID-19 and Students with Disabilities
Students with disabilities may be disproportionately impacted by school closures in response to the coronavirus pandemic. On March 27, the Center held a webinar around school closures and remote education to share best practices and answer questions.
Guidance for School Leaders and Advocates
How can educators support students with disabilities during COVID-19? We’ve compiled guidance for school leaders and advocates.
COVID-19 Resources for Educators
Curated resources to assist educators and school practitioners.
COVID-19 and Students with Disabilities: FAQs for Schools and Practitioners
COVID-19 and Students with Disabilities: FAQs for Authorizers
Our Latest COVID-19 Policy Updates
Letter to Secretary of Education DeVos and Acting Assistant Secretary Schultz
On April 3, 2020, the Center submitted a letter to Secretary of Education Betsy Devos urging the Secretary against issuing any waivers under the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) or the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Rehab Act) through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.
April 3, 2020
Statement on New U.S. Department of Education Guidance on COVID-19 and Students with Disabilities
The Center is extremely pleased the Department has clarified for states, districts and schools that the federal disability law provides sufficient flexibility to ensure all students, including students with disabilities, can benefit from remote education as communities determine the best approach to instruction during the COVID-19 crisis.
March 22, 2020
The Center’s Statement on Proposed IDEA Waiver in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act
Senate Republicans have introduced the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act to support states in their efforts to protect their citizens and to infuse cash into the economy. We wholeheartedly support these efforts. Unfortunately, the bill goes too far by empowering the Secretary of Education to suggest to Congress waivers that would eliminate protections under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (a.k.a. Section 504).
March 20, 2020
Resources for Educating Students with Disabilities During the Coronavirus Crisis
As the world determines how to handle the escalating outbreak of COVID-19, education leaders across the country are facing difficult and enormously impactful decisions. We hope this resource guide will assist educators and school practitioners in developing comprehensive plans for students with disabilities and creating effective and high-quality learning environments for all during this evolving national transition.
March 18, 2020
COVID-19 and Students with Disabilities
With the World Health Organization officially declaring that COVID-19 is a pandemic, a new sense of urgency has been introduced and we anticipate more schools will be closed. With this eventuality in mind, schools must think through the following critical considerations as they develop plans to educate students with disabilities.
March 12, 2020
Statement on the Trump Administration’s Proposed FY21 Education Budget
The Center calls upon Congress to reject the White House's Fiscal Year 2021 budget, which proposes to completely decimate federal support for public schools, threatening access for students in every state.
February 12, 2020
