Office of Special Education Programs, U.S. Department of Education
2001
The U.S. Department of Education reports annually to Congress on implementation of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The 2001 report is now out. With data appendices, it runs hundreds of pages. These voluminous data are why most people (at least most special ed policy types) will want it. As for the Department's conclusions about IDEA, there is some good news, particularly regarding rising high school graduation rates among disabled youngsters. State implementation, however, remains troublesome. Note that this is not meant as a policy analysis or reform document. It's mainly an extensive collection of facts about the current program. As such, it provides important data for those beginning to ponder IDEA's reauthorization and possible reform. You can download your own copy at http://www.ed.gov/offices/OSERS/OSEP/Products/OSEP2001AnlRpt/
