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Special Populations: Louisiana recognizes that certain students need unique support to succeed. Therefore, the Department is committed to providing educators with the tools and resources they need to serve these special populations.


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BESE

The Louisiana State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) is the administrative body for all Louisiana public elementary and secondary schools; it also performs certain administrative functions for the state's non-public elementary and secondary schools. BESE adopts regulations and enacts policies governing the operations of the schools under its jurisdiction, and exercises budgetary oversight of their educational programs and services.

BESE believes that every child is valued, every child will learn, and that the future of the state and its quality of life depend on an educated citizenry. BESE is committed to making informed policy decisions that will result in improved academic achievement and educational opportunities for all students.

 


LOUISIANA SPECIAL EDUCATION ADVISORY PANEL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The Louisiana Department of Education is seeking applications for membership on the Special Education Advisory Panel (SEAP). Members of SEAP represent public and private sectors that by virtue of their position, interest, or training can contribute information in regard to the education of students with disabilities. Fifty-one percent of the members must be parents of a child with a disability (ages birth through 26) or individuals with disabilities. The Special Education Advisory Panel advises and assists the Louisiana Department of Education with the provision of free and appropriate public education for individuals with disabilities. It exists by authority of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) to provide guidance on special education programs and services.


Visit https://tinyurl.com/LA-SEAP to learn more.