Policy, Law, and Finance for Directors of Special Education and Pupil Services

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This course examines the legal and financial aspects essential to the role of the Director of Special Education and Pupil Services. Students will analyze federal and state legislative and judicial frameworks, including IDEA, Section 504, FERPA, ESSA, and case law related to education for students with disabilities. The course also discusses federal and state funding sources, such as IDEA, Title I, general revenue, and categorical aids, focusing on coordinating resources to enhance service delivery while understanding their effects on overall school budgets. The program emphasizes building the knowledge and skills required for ethical, informed decision-making in both legal and financial areas of leadership in special education and pupil services.