RSU 40 presents special education inclusion plan and phased early-childhood IEP rollout Special education directors told the RSU 40 board they aim to increase inclusion across the district, clarified differences between 504 plans and IEPs, outlined a continuum of services from resource rooms to LEAP/Bridge programs, and said the district will enroll 4-year-olds into mandated early IEP services next year with 3-year-olds to follow.

RSU 40 is rolling out a groundbreaking inclusion strategy for special education, ensuring all students thrive in general education while clarifying vital distinctions between 504 plans and IEPs.

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County Commissioners Propose Voter Override for Full Funding of Mental Health and Early Childhood Programs Commissioners seek voter approval to counteract new tax collection caps for essential services.

San Miguel County faces a financial crunch, prompting officials to propose a voter override to ensure vital mental health and early childhood services get the funding they need.

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Davisville Academy expands preschool services with integrated ABA clinic for special needs students Davisville Academy plans to add an ABA clinic to enhance preschool special education services.

Davisville Academy is set to revolutionize preschool education by integrating vital ABA therapy services, ensuring all children, especially those with special needs, receive the support they deserve.

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Oregon faces childcare crisis with 100000 gap for preschool-aged children Oregon faces a childcare gap with 212,000 children and only 112,000 available spots.

Oregon is facing a childcare crisis with a staggering gap of 100,000 spots for preschool-aged children, threatening their development and families' stability.

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