Utah School Boards Association - USBA

The U.S. Department of Education has announced the release of $144 million in surplus, non-expiring IDEA funds. These dollars will be distributed to states via formula grants starting July 1 and October 1, 2026.

This financial boost arrives as special education enrollment continues to climb significantly nationwide, even amidst slight declines in overall public school enrollment.

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Ed Department to release $144M for special education, early intervention The Wednesday announcement also included guidance to states on using IDEA funds to help expectant parents of children with disabilities.

Today, the USBA joins the nation in observing Memorial Day. We pause to honor and remember the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.
Their courage, dedication, and selflessness protect the freedoms we enjoy every single day. We owe them a debt of gratitude that can never truly be repaid.

Wishing our entire USBA community a safe, peaceful, and meaningful Memorial Day.

Representing Utah at the NSBA Delegate Assembly today! 🐝
Our officers successfully advocated for you by proposing an amendment to shift a key resolution away from polarizing language, refocusing on our core mission: serving ALL students. The amendment passed with broad support, and we’re proud to lead the way in unified advocacy. 🎓✨

Governor Spencer Cox has officially declared April 2026 as Resilient Utah Month. Throughout the month, our Utah school communities will be focusing on strengthening the "protective shields" that help our children navigate life's challenges.
Access the free Child Connection Toolkit for resources and activities to use at home or in the classroom.

Learn more and find resources at the link below:
🔗 https://resilientyou.org/utah-resilience-month/