According to a Wisconsin Public Radio report, layoffs in the U.S. Department of Education could have a detrimental effect on special education programs.
Donald Trump’s administration made a reduction-in-force for the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services last week, hampering staff resources.
With fewer federal workers comes less oversight of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
Another concern is the cut to federal grant funding for the Special Educator Induction Program used to attract and train special education teachers. The grant was cancelled at the end of August due to concerns over diversity, equity and inclusion goals.
