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B1 How is AT in the schools (K-12) funded?

April 26, 2017B1 IDEA schools

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B1 How is AT in the schools (K-12) funded?

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Assistive Technology in the schools is funded through the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This special education program lists a variety of assessments and services that school systems must provide so students with disabilities may receive a “free and appropriate public education.” Section A, Part 300 of IDEA states that for Special Education in a school district: Assistive technology service means any service that directly assists a child with a disability in the selection, acquisition, or use of an assistive technology device.