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Rutgers Secures $3.75M Grant for Special Education Leadership Program

11/23/2025

Summary

Story summary

Rutgers University launched the Preparation of Administrators in Special Education (PASE) with a five-year, $3.75 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
The program provides scholarships for certified teachers to earn doctoral degrees.
It aims to strengthen leadership in special education, especially in high-need areas like Newark.
PASE partners with the University of South Carolina and Northern Arizona University to offer shared courses and internships.

History

Historical Context

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), enacted in 1975 as the Education for All Handicapped Children Act, mandated free and appropriate education for children with disabilities. This landmark legislation evolved through reauthorizations in 1990 and 2004, enhancing educational access and inclusion. Rutgers University's PASE program, supported by a $3.75 million grant, aims to strengthen leadership in special education, particularly in underserved areas like Newark.

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Story summary

Rutgers University launched the Preparation of Administrators in Special Education (PASE) with a five-year, $3.75 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
The program provides scholarships for certified teachers to earn doctoral degrees.
It aims to strengthen leadership in special education, especially in high-need areas like Newark.
PASE partners with the University of South Carolina and Northern Arizona University to offer shared courses and internships.

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