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CMSD to adopt ODEW special‑education model policy to meet May 30 deadline
Summary
Board was presented with a resolution to adopt the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce model special‑education policy (IGBA) to ensure the district meets state law assurances for educating children with disabilities by the department's verification deadline.
The Cleveland Metropolitan School District presented a resolution to adopt a special‑education policy that incorporates the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (ODEW) model policies and procedures.
Dr. Morgan said ODEW requires each district to submit a plan assuring that it provides for the education of children with disabilities and that board‑approved policies are in effect. "OD EW is now requiring each school district to verify its board of education's approvals, of such policies by 05/30/2025," Dr. Morgan said. The board was shown resolution 5.02, which adopts policy IGBA Special Education, incorporating ODEW's model policies.
Why it matters: adopting the model policy ensures the district remains in compliance with the cited Ohio Revised Code requirement and maintains assurances to the state that it provides special‑education programs and procedures consistent with ODEW guidance. The presentation did not include implementation changes to existing school‑level services; it described the board action as formal adoption of the model policy to meet the department’s verification requirement.
Ending: the resolution was presented for discussion and will be considered for adoption at the board’s May 20 business meeting.
