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DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Downingtown High School East students, staff, and community members turned Friday’s football game into a schoolwide campaign against language targeting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, marking …
Downingtown East Football Night Puts Inclusion in the Spotlight Read More
For most families, back-to-school means buying supplies, organizing backpacks, and coordinating bus schedules. That’s not the case for 12,000 children in Pennsylvania’s foster care system. At CASA Youth Advocates serving …
For Kids in Foster Care, Back to School Can Mean Starting Over Again Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — From deciphering an IEP to understanding Social Security benefits and planning for adult services, Chester County families will have a free place to turn for answers …
Free Arc Series Helps Chester County Families Navigate Disability Services Read More
PHOENIXVILLE, PA — Pennsylvania lawmakers examined gaps in services for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities during a policy hearing Tuesday, as families and advocates urged changes to state …
Lawmakers Examine Disability Transition Services in Phoenixville Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Education will distribute an additional $144 million this year to expand programs serving students with disabilities while allowing states, for the first time, …
Education Department Expands IDEA Funding for Disability Services Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Education leaders, legislators, and students from all 12 Chester County school districts came together for the Chester County Intermediate Unit’s annual Legislative Breakfast, strengthening collaboration and advancing …
Chester County Leaders Unite to Strengthen Schools at Legislative Breakfast Read More
JOHNSTOWN, PA — More than 600 students, educators, and community members gathered in Cambria County for an autism awareness event as state officials highlight expanded efforts to support individuals with …
600 Gather for Autism Walk as State Pushes Workforce Support Read More
EAST STROUDSBURG, PA — Pennsylvania will invest nearly $1 million to accelerate the certification of special education teachers, aiming to address ongoing staffing shortages and expand support for students with …
Pa Invests Nearly $1M to Fast-Track Special Ed Teachers Read More
COATESVILLE, PA — A specialized education program in Coatesville is highlighting the progress of a student whose development reflects the approach used at the Child and Career Development Center campus …
Coatesville Program Highlights Student Success for Special Needs Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A Philadelphia special education classroom turned into a holiday celebration Friday when Dunkin’ surprised Eagles cheerleader and educator James LeGette with an unexpected MUNCHKIN® Party, spotlighting the …
Eagles Cheerleader’s Classroom Gets Sweet Surprise From Dunkin’ Read More