NC 1502-7 Schoolwide Programs under Title I of the ESEA

Plain English summary

This regulation allows LEAs to use IDEA Part B funds in Title I schoolwide programs, subject to a per-pupil proportional cap based on the number of children with disabilities participating. Even when funds are used this way, LEAs must still ensure children with disabilities receive services under a properly developed IEP and retain all rights guaranteed under Part B of the IDEA.

Key requirements

• The amount of IDEA Part B funds used in any schoolwide program may not exceed the per-pupil Part B amount multiplied by the number of children with disabilities participating in the schoolwide program.
• Funds used in schoolwide programs must be considered as Federal Part B funds for purposes of the calculations required by NC 1502-3(a)(2) and (a)(3).
• The funds may be used without regard to the requirements of NC 1502-3(a)(1).
• All other requirements of Part B of the IDEA must be met by an LEA using Part B funds in a schoolwide program.
• Children with disabilities in schoolwide program schools must receive services in accordance with a properly developed IEP.
• Children with disabilities in schoolwide program schools must be afforded all of the rights and services guaranteed to children with disabilities under the IDEA.

Affected parties

• Local Education Agencies (LEAs)
• Children with disabilities
• Title I schoolwide program schools
• Special education administrators

Official source

https://www.dpi.nc.gov/documents/publications/catalog/ec144-policies-governing-services/open#page=54