ED/HHS Policy Statement on Inclusion | Inclusion in California Childcare

A Policy Statement on Inclusion of Children with Disabilities in Early Childhood Programs

The “Policy Statement on Inclusion of Children with Disabilities in Early Childhood Programs,” released jointly by the Departments of Education (ED) and Health and Human Services (HHS) on September 14, 2015, states that all young children with disabilities should have access to inclusive high-quality early childhood programs, where they are provided with individualized and appropriate support in meeting high expectations.

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Position Statement: Executive Summary

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