Recently, the U.S. House proposed large funding cuts for public schools and the Department of Education announced the closure of key offices that protect students with disabilities. Parents for Public Schools strongly supports the full funding of our nation’s public schools and federal protections for students with disabilities. Keep reading to learn more, including how you can help!
PROPOSED FUNDING CUTS
- The U.S. House recently released their proposed FY27 education budget.
- It includes a nearly $2 billion cut (10%) to the Title I program, which provides funding for schools in low-income communities. It also eliminates federal funding for teacher professional development and English language learner support.
- Read more about the proposed cuts here and see how much federal funding your school district gets here.
SPECIAL EDUCATION OFFICE CLOSURE
- The Department of Education has proposed moving the Office of Special Education to the Department of Health and Human Services and the Office of Civil Rights to the Department of Justice. You can read more about these proposed changes here. Federal law requires that these offices be within the Department of Education because other departments do not have staff with education expertise.
- PPS recently signed on to a national letter urging Congress to preserve the Department of Education’s role in protecting students with disabilities.
YOU CAN HELP!