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Alstom Partners with NYC Museum to Support Autism

Alstom Partners with NYC Museum to Support Autism

The Alstom Foundation recently announced a new grant to support the New York Transit Museum’s social engagement programs for children and youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This grant arrives at a key moment as the Museum aims to expand its offerings to older teens and young adults, providing a

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IU's Ghana Study Abroad Experience

IU’s Ghana Study Abroad Experience

Tina O’Neal, an expert in urban and special education, is leading six urban education students on an inaugural short-term study abroad program to Ghana during the last two weeks of May. This new partnership with the Indiana University School of Education in Indianapolis, the University of Ghana, and the Kwame

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Support for Diverse Learning Needs

Support for Diverse Learning Needs

In response to the growing demand for specialized educational and behavioral support for students, the Lake Union Education Department has taken significant steps to enhance its offerings. This initiative included creating a dedicated position and hiring a qualified professional to address the specific needs of students requiring extra assistance. Stepping

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Struggles Over Special Education: Indiana's Legislative Setback

Struggles Over Special Education: Indiana’s Legislative Setback

Legislation intended to help families of students with disabilities navigate disputes over special education services with Indiana school districts appears to have failed in the General Assembly. This legislative initiative aimed to create a more equitable process for parents seeking to secure the educational services their children need. When schools

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Support for Special Education: ESA Enrollment Success

Support for Special Education: ESA Enrollment Success

Indiana’s Education Scholarship Accounts (ESAs) have reached full enrollment for the first time since the program launched in 2022. This milestone was announced by the Office of the Indiana State Treasurer, marking a significant achievement for a program designed to assist students who require special education services. The announcement came

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