Federal Stimulus FAQ
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) Frequently Asked Questions
5. How do Committee for Children programs align with the following programs receiving stimulus money?
b. Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
The purpose of the IDEA is to provide support for special education. It may be possible to use IDEA funding for Committee for Children programs under Section 300.226: Early Intervening Services. Our programs align with the following parts:
Section 300.226 (b) 1: Professional development to enable staff to deliver scientifically based academic and behavioral interventions. Professional training is available for all Committee for Children programs. Educators can learn how to teach the programs to students, and, in the case of the SECOND STEP and STEPS TO RESPECT programs, how to train their peers to teach the programs. Read more about our programs and teacher training and technical assistance.
Section 300.226 (b) 2: Providing educational and behavioral evaluations, services, and supports. As social and emotional learning programs and that seek to positively influence children’s behavior, all four Committee for Children programs may qualify under this section. In addition, the Devereux Early Childhood Assessment (DECA) Kit, which assesses Pre/K students’ positive social and emotional resources and abilities and complements the SECOND STEP Pre/K program, may apply.
In addition, under Section 300.208 (a) 1, funds may be used for special education children in “regular” classes, even if one or more children not participating in special education programs benefit from these services.
Read more about IDEA requirements.
