FIRE NE Iowa Advocacy

Special Education for Students in Accredited Non-Public Schools 
Presented by Edie Bogaczyk with Bodaczyk Law Firm, Hosted by the FIRE Foundation of Northeast Iowa 

Navigating Special Education can be overwhelming at times, and we hope that this presentation will help you navigate the Child Find process, parental rights and special education law concerning accredited non-public schools.

FIRE Foundation of Northeast Iowa recognizes there is a true need to provide education to parents, administrators, teachers, and service providers on this topic.  We encourage all parents, administrators, teachers and service providers view this presentation in order to become a stronger advocate for students who need access to supports and services that attend Accredited Non-Public Schools.

Additional Information

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IDEA National Report 

BAD IDEA: How States Block Federal Special Education Funding to Private and Religious School Students

This report finds that two states and three school districts around the country for which data are available appear to be out of compliance with provisions of the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) that require provision of equitable, publicly funded special education services to students in private schools, after a $3.8 million settlement was reached in Massachusetts for failure to comply.   

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COMING SOON!  

Stay tuned over the next few months we will be sharing real stories of Iowans. 

Here is a sneak peak of our stories:

* You will hear from parents who have children with disabilities/learning challenges that are attending accredited non public schools.  Parents will share their success stories and the barriers that they needed to be overcome.  

* A story of Public Officials and Private Administrators working together in synergy as “Partners in Education”

* and much more!

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Connect with Others – We are Stronger Together

FIRE NE Iowa Advocacy Coalition – a private Facebook group for the entire state

If you believe in all children and their abilities join the FIRE NE Iowa Advocacy Coalition.  Parents, teachers, administrators, and service providers are welcome to join as long as criteria is met.  

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Hearts on FIRE Parent Support – a private Facebook group 

Parents if you desire a Catholic education for your children regardless of their abilities and would like to connect with others with similar interest please reach out to our Hearts on FIRE private Facebook Group.

We are stronger together.  

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Teachers and Administrators Consider Joining the Ignite Inclusion Committee

  • Committee Vision Statement: Children of all abilities have the opportunity for a successful inclusive Catholic education.  

  • Committee Mission Statement: The mission of NE Iowa Ignite Committee is to provide a system of knowledge and support necessary to empower Catholic educators in their efforts to provide an inclusive, Christ-centered education.

    Please contact info@firefoundationneiowa.org if you would like more information.