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Meeting Date:
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5/6/2021 - 5:00 PM
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Category:
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Consent Calendar
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Type:
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Action
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Subject:
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Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Grant
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ACPS 2025 Strategic Plan Goal:
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Goal 2: Instructional Excellence ACPS will ensure that all students have access to and engagement with high-quality instruction.
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Funding Source or Fiscal Impact (where applicable)
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File Attachment:
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Agenda Item Summary:
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Under the provisions of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 2004 (IDEA, 2004), it's federal implementing regulations, and the Regulations Governing Special Education Programs for Students with Disabilities in Virginia (effective July 7, 2009), local educational agencies (LEAs) are required to submit a Local Special Education Annual Plan (Annual Plan) for providing special education and related services to children with disabilities. The FY 2022 Annual Plan serves as the formal agreement between the local school board and the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) for implementing federal and state laws and regulations governing these services. Accordingly, the disbursement of state and federal funds appropriated for the education of children with disabilities is contingent upon the approval of this plan.
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Background:
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The 2021-2022 school year application delineates the required amount set aside for children with disabilities placed by their parents in private schools. The funding for this group of students is based on a formula that considers the total number of students with disabilities in the public schools and the total number of students with disabilities who are parentally placed in private elementary and secondary schools located in Alexandria. Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) was cited as disproportionally identifying black students as emotionally disturbed. Accordingly, ACPS must set aside fifteen percent of grant funds to provide Coordinated Early Intervening Services (CEIS) to address this issue. A plan to provide those services will be developed separately in conjunction with VDOE.
Prior to submitting the Annual Plan to the VDOE, each school division shall review the Annual Plan with the local Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) and submit the Annual Plan to the local school board for approval. The Annual Plan was shared with SEAC members on April 21, 2021.
The staffing included in the Annual Plan specifically supports the main initiatives within the Office of Specialized Instruction, which are enumerated in the Office of Specialized Instruction Project Plan. CEIS services will be provided by existing staff and three new grant staff positions and funding to expand the Ruler curriculum.
In addition, funding for materials and supplies is included to primarily address the need for reading and math instructional materials and supplies, instructional supplies, software, and online charges and equipment for students with hearing impairments and visual impairments. We also plan to purchase therapy supplies and assistive technology software, as well as augmentative communication devices to support students who require these materials to benefit from their instructional program.
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Recommendation:
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The Superintendent recommends that the School Board approve the 2021-2022 Annual Plan for submission to the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE).
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Approvals:
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Recommended By:
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Signed By:
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Dr. Terri H. Mozingo - Chief Academic Officer
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Signed By:
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Dominic Turner - Chief Financial Officer
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Signed By:
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Dr. Gregory C. Hutchings, Jr. - Superintendent
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Vote Results:
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| Original Motion | | Member Christopher A. Suarez Moved, Member Cindy Anderson seconded to approve the Original motion 'The Superintendent recommends that the School Board approve the 2021-2022 Annual Plan for submission to the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE).'. Upon a Roll-Call Vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 9 Nay: 0. | | The motion Carried 9 - 0 | | | | | Ramee A. Gentry | Yes | | Margaret Lorber | Yes | | Cindy Anderson | Yes | | Veronica R. Nolan | Yes | | Meagan L. Alderton | Yes | | Christopher A. Suarez | Yes | | Jacinta Greene | Yes | | Dr. Michelle Rief | Yes | | Heather Thornton | Yes | |
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