Last updated February 19, 2021

 COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and Schools

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July 30, 2020 | GaDOE Releases Special Education Restart Guidance for School Districts

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE GUIDANCE DOCUMENT

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During school system closures, it is extremely important for families and schools to collaborate and communicate regarding services for students with disabilities.

• Click here for detailed information for families and parents of students with disabilities. 
• Click here for information on IDEA timelines. (Updated August 11)
• Click here for the U.S. Department of Education’s guidance. 

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Secretary DeVos Reiterates Learning Must Continue for All Students, Declines to Seek Congressional Waivers to FAPE, LRE Requirements of IDEA – https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USED/bulletins/288af09

Resources

• GaDOE Restart Guidance on Change of Placement vs Change of Location
  
• Georgia's Restart Guidance (Compensatory Services)​ 
• Georgia's Optional Distance Learning Plan Guidance Template (MS Word format, 217kb)
• OSERS Coronavirus Guidance (March 2020)
• Special Education District Supports and COVID-19 Resources​

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Georgia Department of Education's COVID-19 Resources, Supports, and Guidance
​The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) is working closely with the Office of the Governor, the Georgia Department of Public Health (GaDPH), and other agencies to ensure local school districts, parents, and students have the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding COVID-19 (coronavirus). > Learn More