Special education involves specially designed instruction tailored to the unique needs of each child and is provided at no cost to parents. Below are documents that go into detail about the parameters of special education services in Iowa and guidance on how services are carried out throughout the state.
- Special Education Procedures: Procedures that describe legally compliant special education procedures to communicate clear expectations across the state
- Iowa Administrative Rules of Special Education: Regulations of special education according to the Iowa Administrative Code
- Procedural Safeguards Talking Points: A summary of parental rights that is fully documented in the Procedural Safeguards for Parents
- Procedural Safeguards for Parents: An overview of parental rights through the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Iowa Administrative Rules of Special Education
Note that the most up-to-date documents can always be found on the Iowa IDEA Information (i3) website.