State and Federal Statutes-Regulations

The reauthorization of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 2004 (IDEA 2004) and the updating of the Kansas State Department of Education Administrative Regulations in 2008, continues the commitment of the nation to ensure that all students, including those with disabilities, have access to a free appropriate public education (FAPE), will be included in the general education curriculum and will demonstrate improved educational outcomes.

The Kansas Special Education for Exceptional Children Act expands federal law and regulations to include children who are identified as gifted and provides an opportunity for children enrolled in private schools by their parents to receive FAPE.  The Kansas State Department of Education is required to provide information regarding any rules, regulations and policies not required by IDEA 2004 or Federal Regulations.

Federal Statutes (IDEA 2004)

Special Education Legal Questions:

Mark Ward
mward@ksde.org

Ashley Niedzwiecki
aniedzwiecki@ksde.org

Crista Grimwood
cgrimwood@ksde.org

Brian Dempsey
Assistant Director
bdempsey@ksde.org

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To accommodate people with disabilities, on request, auxiliary aides and services will be provided and reasonable modifications to policies and programs will be made. To request accommodations or for more information please contact the Office of General Counsel at gc@ksde.org or by 785-296-3201.