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Pasco district outlines special education services, says federal funding covers far less of costs than promised
Summary
Tracy Wilson told the Pasco School Board that while the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act envisioned federal funding of 40% of special education costs, Washington districts receive about 15% on average, leaving state and local funds to fill the gap; she reviewed eligibility, services, and next steps for behavior analysts and apprenticeships.
Tracy Wilson, the Pasco School District staff member presenting the first report at the Feb. 10 board meeting, gave an overview of how special education fits within the district’s multi-tiered system of supports and detailed how services are funded and accessed.
Wilson described special education as “specially designed instruction” that complements general education and said eligibility is determined by a team of professionals under Washington Administrative Codes, including general education teachers, parents,…
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