Division of Educational Improvement
and Assistance
Mission Statement
The mission of the Division of Educational Improvement and Assistance is to ensure that every child in every school has access to instruction delivered by well-trained teachers who are accountable for the academic success of every child.
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Contact Information
Susan W. Batson,
Acting Division Director
Division of Educational Improvement and Assistance
Claiborne Building
1201 North Third Street
P. O. Box 94064
Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9064
(225) 342-3513 |
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| Comments Wanted on IDEA State Plan
The Department of Education is seeking comments on the annual state plan for funds under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) for the period July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009. The plan, which includes assurances to comply with IDEA, a description of the use of the IDEA funds and a comment form may be reviewed on the Special Education - IDEA page. Directions for submitting comments are provided.
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IDEA Funds Approved
Then U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) has informed State Superintendent of Education, Paul Pastorek, of conditional approval of Louisiana’s application for Federal Fiscal Year 2007 under Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The approval is based on OSEP’s review of Louisiana’s application, including assurances to operate special education programs in Louisiana in compliance with IDEA. IDEA Part B funds for Federal Fiscal Year 2007 are $177,474,118; IDEA funds for preschool special education programs are estimated to be $6,479,599.
IDEA funds are used in Louisiana to provide special education and related services to students with disabilities from 3 through 21 years of age. An electronic copy of the application is available by contacting Susan Wagley Batson at
Susan.Batson@la.gov or calling the toll-free number, 1-877-453-2721. |
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