Federal Funding Cuts Hit Special Education Programs Hard A recent wave of Reduction in Force (RIF) notices is sweeping through the federal Office of Special Education Programs, leaving many employees uncertain about their futures. The Office of Special Education Programs is responsible for overseeing billions of dollars in funding for special education services in K-12 schools across the country. With these cuts, many worry that the quality of support for students with disabilities will suffer, just as schools are facing increasing demands to provide inclusive and effective education. As the federal government grapples with budget constraints, the impact on students who rely on these programs is likely to be significant.
RIFs rip through federal Office of Special Education Programs K-12 Dive