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Wednesday, April 8, 2020

COVID-19 Resources for Districts, Educators, and Families Involved in Special Education in Tennessee

The Arc Tennessee’s Family Engagement Program is working closely with the Tennessee Department of Education to provide frequently updated resources to families involved in special education. We are taking guidance provided by the State Department of Education along with the US Department of Education to help families navigate school closures and figure out what it means for their child’s services and rights to a Free and Public Education (FAPE) through the Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act (IDEA). We can also help districts and educators understand this guidance and brainstorm ways to best serve students with disabilities at home.

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