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Disability Support

Disability Services Support Unit offers statewide services to support inclusive education and students with disabilities. The services are designed in collaboration with districts to develop local capacity and skills, increase the expertise of specialists and to improve student outcomes.

Programs include:

• Education Adjustment Program (EAP)
• Individual Education Plans (IEP)
• Statewide Services
• Specialist Support for Students with Disabilities
• General information on Disabilities
• School Transport Assistance for Students with Disabilities
• Programs and Services in Schools

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