U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP)

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The U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) is dedicated to improving results for infants, toddlers, children, and youth with disabilities ages birth through 21 by providing leadership and financial support to assist states and local districts.

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) authorizes formula grants to states, and discretionary grants to institutions of higher education and other non-profit organizations to support research, demonstrations, technical assistance and dissemination, technology and personnel development and parent-training and information centers.

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All Disabilities Collaboration Early Childhood Early Intervention Elementary Federal Laws High School Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Middle School Parent/Family Preschool Professional Resources State/National Organizations