A shocking move by the Trump administration has left the special education community reeling, as it has quietly canceled grants that support deafblind students and special education teachers. The grants, which provided crucial funding for programs that cater to the unique needs of deafblind individuals, were established under the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). By canceling these grants, the administration has effectively eliminated a vital source of support for students who rely heavily on these programs to access education and develop essential skills. As a result, special education advocates are sounding the alarm, warning that this decision will have far-reaching consequences for the most vulnerable students in our education system.
Trump administration cancels grants that support deafblind students, special education teachers Wisconsin Examiner