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Upcoming Events

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May 9, 2023 In Person

Part C IDEA Fiscal Forum 2023

CIFR will host the Part C IDEA Fiscal Forum in Atlanta, Georgia, on May 9–11, 2023. The IDEA Fiscal Forums is an in-person opportunity for Part C coordinators and other state lead agency staff with IDEA Part C fiscal responsibilities to meet and build knowledge and capacity by connecting and sharing with peers on critical […]

Archived Events

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July 13, 2022 Online

CIFR 2022 Part B Fiscal Webinar: Best Practices and Procedures for Reviewing LEA IDEA Subgrants

CIFR and NCSI-FST TA staff examined the process for SEA review of LEA applications for IDEA Part B funds.

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July 11, 2022 Online

CIFR 2022 Part C Fiscal Webinar: The What, Why, and How of State Part C Fiscal Monitoring

In this webinar, TA staff from CIFR, ECTA, and DaSy described fiscal monitoring, presented examples of fiscal requirements that should be monitored, and reviewed the fiscal data used to identify noncompliance.

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June 30, 2022 Online

CIFR 2022 Part C Fiscal Webinar: Let’s Talk About the Art and Science of EI Rate-Setting

Part C coordinators and fiscal specialists discussed EI rate-setting with representatives from the IDEA Infant and Toddler Coordinators Association (ITCA).

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May 11, 2022 Online

CIFR 2022 Part B Fiscal Webinar: Navigating the Reallocation of Unspent LEA Subgrants

CIFR staff reviewed federal regulations on IDEA reallocations, highlighting notable compliance considerations. Presenters described how SEAs can proactively develop, revise, and implement reallocation procedures to lower the risk of needing to return unused LEA subgrants to the federal government. This session was similar in content to the IDEA Fiscal Forum (IFF) session “Navigating the Reallocation of Unspent LEA Subgrants.”

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March 14–24, 2022 Online

IDEA Fiscal Forum 2022: Advancing Resilience, Recovery, and Opportunity

IDEA Fiscal Forums provide opportunities for state directors of special education, Part C coordinators, and IDEA fiscal specialists to build knowledge and capacity by connecting and sharing with peers on critical IDEA fiscal issues.

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January 12, 2022 Online

CIFR 2022 Part B Open Door Session: Annual State Application Under Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

To receive Part B IDEA grants, states complete and submit the Annual State Application Under Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) to the U.S. Department of Education. This informal Open Door session provided the opportunity for SEA staff to discuss procedures for completing the application, pose questions, and share expertise with colleagues from other states.

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October 1, 2021 Online

CIFR 2021 Part B Fiscal Webinar: Local Educational Agency (LEA) Maintenance of Effort (MOE) Adjustment Due to an Increased IDEA Allocation and the Use of Freed-Up Funds

The supplemental IDEA funds appropriated through the American Rescue Plan (ARP) offer a unique opportunity to LEAs to take advantage of the LEA MOE adjustment under 34 CFR §300.205 to reduce their fiscal efforts. This IDEA provision has recently received more interest due to the increase in IDEA funds along with the financial challenges posed by COVID-19. This webinar for state IDEA fiscal specialists reviewed the fiscal requirements related to the LEA MOE adjustment, with a focus on the calculation and tracking of funds freed up by the adjustment.

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August 27, 2021 Online

Open Door Session: American Rescue Plan (ARP) IDEA Supplemental Grant Allocations

This informal open door session gave SEA staff an opportunity to share their challenges and successes regarding the American Rescue Plan (ARP) IDEA supplemental grant allocations. Participants were encouraged to ask questions and share their plans or procedures implemented to prepare for the increased LEA IDEA subgrants.

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July 1, 2021 Online

Open Door Session: American Rescue Plan (ARP) IDEA Supplemental Grant Allocations

This Open Door session, hosted by CIFR and NCSI Fiscal Support Team, provided an overview of recent guidance released by the U.S. Department of Education regarding the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) and Governor’s Emergency Education Relief (GEER) Programs, including the additional funds provided under the American Rescue Plan (ARP) IDEA grant allocations.

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June 17, 2021 Online

New and Improved LEA MOE Calculator 2.0 Demonstration

This webinar showcased the newest version of CIFR’s most popular tool, the LEA MOE Calculator. Attendees participated in a demo of the new tool and heard from CIFR staff about the newest features and some tips and tricks to make entering data easier.

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