Special Education News & Noteworthy | June 5, 2026 | Funding, Student Rights & the Future of Spec...

This week, Paige and Kate break down five important stories shaping special education across the country. In this episode, we discuss: ✅ The first federal study of special education spending in more than 20 years (https://www.disabilityscoop.com/2026/...) ✅ California’s debate over when students should be screened for reading difficulties and dyslexia (https://edsource.org/2026/newsom-read...) ✅ How colleges are helping autistic students prepare for meaningful employment after graduation (https://hechingerreport.org/autistic-...) ✅ Questions surrounding residential placements and special education funding (https://apnews.com/article/special-ed...) ✅ A major investigation into school policing practices and what it means for students with disabilities (https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2...) Throughout the episode, we explore themes of early intervention, transition planning, student rights, accountability, funding, and the importance of providing the right supports in the right setting. Whether you're a parent, educator, advocate, or simply passionate about inclusive education, this episode offers practical context and conversation around the stories impacting students with disabilities today. 📬 Want even more? Subscribe to the Special Education News & Noteworthy newsletter (https://special-education-news-notewo...) for our weekly Special Education Insight and Picks of the Week. 🎧 Follow the podcast on Spotify so you never miss an episode, and help us reach more families, educators, and advocates committed to building more inclusive schools and communities. #SpecialEducation #IEP #DisabilityAdvocacy #Autism #Dyslexia #InclusiveEducation #SpecialNeedsParenting #TransitionPlanning #StudentRights #EducationNews