The Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) has opened public comment on the Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2026 Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part C grant application. This application supports early intervention services for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families.
Background on IDEA Part C
The IDEA Part C program provides funding to states to support early intervention services for children from birth to age three who have disabilities or are at risk of developing disabilities. These services are designed to help young children develop the skills they need to succeed in school and beyond.
Public comment open for FFY 2026 IDEA Part C grant application! Share your feedback to help shape the future of early intervention services in Washington D.C.
Importance of Public Comment
The public comment period provides an opportunity for stakeholders, including parents, educators, and advocacy groups, to provide feedback on the grant application. This feedback will help OSSE ensure that the application accurately reflects the needs of the community and aligns with the requirements of the IDEA Part C program.
The IDEA Part C program is critical in supporting the development of young children with disabilities, and we are committed to ensuring that our grant application reflects the needs of our community.
Laura Lurns · Learning Success expert
How to Submit Comments
Comments on the FFY 2026 IDEA Part C grant application can be submitted through April 20. OSSE encourages all stakeholders to review the application and provide feedback to help shape the future of early intervention services in Washington D.C.
Key takeaways
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- The public comment period for the FFY 2026 IDEA Part C grant application is open through April 20.
- The application supports early intervention services for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families.
- Stakeholders are encouraged to provide feedback on the application to help ensure it accurately reflects the needs of the community.
Next Steps
After the public comment period closes, OSSE will review all feedback and make any necessary revisions to the grant application. The application will then be submitted to the U.S. Department of Education for review and approval.
We encourage all stakeholders to participate in the public comment process and help shape the future of early intervention services in Washington D.C. By working together, we can ensure that all young children with disabilities have access to the support they need to succeed.
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