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North Carolina’s Special Ed Crisis Deepens | Durham News
North Carolina’s special education system is under fire in a new federal report, revealing persistent failures in timely evaluations, IEP implementation, and post-high school support—especially for preschoolers and students of color. With over 200,000 students affected, advocates blame underfunding and staff shortages, while districts like Wake County lag far behind federal benchmarks. Despite repeated warnings and potential federal intervention, systemic gaps remain, raising alarms about whether students with disabilities are getting the help they need to thrive. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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