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Exploring the Paths of Missouri's Special Education

Exploring the Paths of Missouri's Special Education

Experts and parents alike have been confused on whether Missouri is really the last state to have separate, state-funded schools for the severely disabled.  Special education is complicated. There are so many different factors to consider- the environment, the teachers, the therapies and other services. So even though the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act passed 40 years ago and provided a framework for the country, it’s still left up to each state to come up with their own best practices.



In five-part KBIA series we explore the differing paths of Missouri's special education program.