Our Position & Actions On IDEA /Special Education
NEA Policy Supports Inclusion
By official policy, NEA supports "appropriate" inclusion of students with disabilities in regular classrooms. The policy, which was adopted by the NEA Representative Assembly in 1994, defines "appropriate" by spelling out specific characteristics such programs must have. The full policy statement is available here.
NEA Priorities for IDEA Reauthorizaton
NEA worked closely with U.S. Representative, Senators, their staffs, and other advocacy groups to improve this landmark legislation. More»
NEA Policy On Policy Behavior Intervention Supports
By official policy NEA supports Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) programs because they help teachers recognize the significance of classroom management and preventive school discipline to maximize student success. PBIS strategies are critical to providing all young people with the best learning environment. The full policy statement is available here.
NEA Policy On Response to Intervention
By official policy NEA finds that Response to Intervention (RTI) offers support to all students who need it by focusing assistance on them without labeling them. RTI is seen a a powerful tool that can transform how we address students needs in our schools. The full policy statement is available here.
NEA Policy On Universal Design For Learning
In today’s dynamic, diverse classrooms, Universal Design for Learning (UDL) oﬀers all educators and students an exciting opportunity to use strategies and technologies that bridge the gap in learner skills, interests, and needs. By accommodating students’ diﬀ erent learning styles, UDL is able to transform instruction into a more engaging, meaningful experience. The full policy statement is available here.
NEA Analysis: IDEA Final Regulations
NEA's preliminary analysis offers a mixed review for the Department of Education's final regulations for implementing the reauthorized Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 2004. The regulations became effective October 13, 2006. More»
- NEA Wins Key Changes on IDEA Reauthorization Bill
- NEA Offers Support for IDEA Reauthorization
- NEA/ IDEA Coalition Offers Proposal for IDEA Funding