A New Year, A New Approach: Transforming Special Education

As we embark on a new year, let's commit to a fresh perspective on special education. The traditional approach, while well-intentioned, has often led to unintended consequences such as

Soaring Costs, Over Identification, and Questionable Effectiveness for improving outcomes.

Special education budgets continue to climb, straining district resources as the increasing numbers of students are being labeled with disabilities. Not only does this limit their opportunities, but the significant amount of dollars also spent, has had uneven outcomes for students with disabilities.

It's Time for a Change

We believe a more effective and equitable approach is possible. Focusing on evidence-based practices, data-driven decision-making, and a commitment to all learners, can transform special education. This comprehensive approach is designed to increase outcomes for every student while decreasing ineffective practices.

So here is our value proposition: If the EPPG doesn’t reduce the cost of special education for your school district, the services will be free. We will reduce costs, improve outcomes, and enhance equity by streamlining processes, optimizing resource allocation, and reducing unnecessary spending. We will collaborate with educators implementing proven strategies that ensure student growth and achievement so that regardless of where they sit on the continuum of learning, students will have access and opportunity to high-quality, rigorous education across the academic and social dimensions of learning.

Conducting a thorough analysis of your district's special education budget to identify areas of focused leverage, challenging the status quo, and supporting and empowering educators will lead to evidence-based practices that bust the outdated assumptions about special education and provide teachers with the tools and knowledge they need to support all learners.

Join Us in Transforming Special Education

By partnering with the Education Policy & Practice Group, your district can:

• Save Money by reducing unnecessary costs and optimizing your budget.

• Improve Student Outcomes by enhancing all students' academic and social-emotional learning through high-effect practices.

• Build a Stronger, More Inclusive Community by creating a school culture that values and supports every learner.

Let's work together to create a brighter future for all children.