Disabilities

This infographic (PDF, 4 pages) presents data on the percentage of public school students ages 5–21 who are English learners with disabilities (ELSWD) in need of special education and related services. Recommendations for serving and supporting ELSWDs are provided. Learn more (PDF, 4 pages). 

This document (PDF, 1 page) summarizes lessons learned from a series of conversations with educators and learners with disabilities to discuss how decision makers at schools can better prioritize accessibility. Learn more (PDF, 1 page). 

This fact sheet (PDF, 5 pages) describes how students with disabilities (SWDs) should be considered and included during emergency management planning. Tips for administrators and school officials are provided. Learn more (PDF, 5 pages). 

This webpage shares tips for how schools can support students with epilepsy. The webpage provides information about seizure action plans and educators’ roles in helping students manage their epilepsy. Additional resources for professionals, students, and families are provided. Learn more. 

This resource (PDF, 7 pages) highlights OSEP-funded centers that help support the implementation of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and provide technical assistance (TA) services to families, schools, districts, and states. The document outlines:  Technical Assistance and Dissemination (TA&D) centers  Parent Training and Information centers  Educational Technology, Media, and Materials centers  Personnel ...

This webpage defines disability inclusion and discusses its importance in achieving health equity for all. Related pages also describes examples of activities that promote disability inclusion. Learn more. 

This webpage provides a detailed overview of Youth Advisory Councils (YACs). It describes the role YACs play in improving the schools and communities they serve, discusses how they can use data to make decisions and create action plans, and outlines the structure of a YAC. Learn more. 

This webpage offers tips, strategies, and supports that families of children with deafblindness can use to help them navigate their child's services and their family's everyday life. Categories include:   Early Intervention  Educational Services  Learning at Home  Transition  Caring for the Family  Health and Human Services During the Pandemic  Learn more.   ...

This webpage explores data on the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The webpage examines data on children whose primary disability is intellectual disability. Learn more. 

This webpage provides information on a network of ASL behavioral health care services and resources for young people and adults who are deaf and hard of hearing. The webpage is part of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Learn more.