Improving state capacity to collect, report, analyze, and use IDEA fiscal data

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We got the state budget back and transferred it into CIFR’s calculator. I used one that I created myself that for the past several years, but it’s not nearly as sophisticated as this one. I am loving CIFR’s calculator.
Featured Resources
Part C
IDEA Part C Indirect Costs Fiscal Responsibilities and Process Checklist
Provides steps for Part C coordinators to learn how the state follows indirect cost rate requirements under IDEA.
IDEA Part C Fiscal Timeline 1.1
Lead agency staff can use this Excel tool to plan and track their yearly tasks to meet IDEA’s fiscal requirements on time.
Part B
IDEA Part B Maintenance of State Financial Support: The Basics
This video explains the IDEA requirement to maintain or increase state funding for special education and related services each year.
Calculating IDEA Part B Population and Poverty Payments for Local Educational Agencies
Data sources and sample calculations help states determine amounts to include in IDEA Part B subgrants.
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New Indirect Costs Checklist for IDEA Part C Lead Agencies
This checklist provides steps to help Part C coordinators learn about how their state follows indirect cost requirements under IDEA.
CIFR 2025 IDEA Part B Communities of Practice (CoPs)
IDEA Part B state staff are invited to register for the next round: New IDEA State Fiscal Staff, IDEA Fiscal Timelines, and Problems of Practice.