Special education costs rising, funding not keeping pace
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Star Journal file photo SDR using creativity to find balance By Eileen Persike Editor RHINELANDER – The School District of Rhinelander, like many schools in Wisconsin, is finding it more and more challenging to cover costs of programs and services for students with Individualized Education Programs. These programs are mandated by the federal government through the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.  Wisconsin School districts, however, are only reimbursed for 32% of those costs by the...

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