Federal Updates
The Schools and Libraries Program of the Universal Service Fund makes discounts available to eligible schools and libraries for telecommunication services, Internet access, and internal connections. The program is intended to ensure that schools and libraries have access to affordable telecommunications and information services.
Other websites and resources:
United States Department of Education
ESSA
IDEA Legislation:
Chapter 33-Education of Individuals with Disabilities
Related Resources
AESA and AASA are working NCAN and will continue to keep you abreast of news, updates, and resources that can help to make this FAFSA cycle run smoother. Although the new FAFSA means expanded Pell Grant eligibility and increased Pell Grant awards for many students, the class of 2024 still faces significant challenges this spring to get back to the levels of FAFSA completion previous classes have achieved.
Read MoreUnfortunately, in the K12 school setting, injuries tend to disproportionately affect those engaged in physical labor, a demographic often characterized by multilingual and multicultural backgrounds. This article explores a transformative journey undertaken by a workers’ compensation trust, a journey rooted in cultural sensitivity and racial equity.
Read MoreThe February 2024 AESA State Examiner is a month in review. Its purpose is to aggregate and review five topics including state-level Legislative Issue Monitoring. This month’s edition reviews truancy and absenteeism. It also takes a look at state-level budgets and finance; Statehouse News; National Reports; and Advocacy Tips.
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