This resource library makes it easy to find IDEA fiscal information within CIFR’s focus areas, including key resources for new state staff. Enter search terms or use the filters at left to narrow the list.
IDEA Part B Fiscal Timeline 1.6
This popular planning tool helps SEA staff manage and monitor the work they need to do to meet the fiscal requirements of 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.
From Data to Action: Using IDEA Fiscal Data
Use IDEA fiscal data to inform state technical assistance, policies, and practices with the questions in this online resource.
IDEA Part B Local Educational Agency Maintenance of Effort: The Basics
This video explains the federal requirement that LEAs maintain their special education spending from year to year.
IDEA Part B MOE Reduction/CEIS/CCEIS Edit Check and File-Building Tool
This tool helps states prepare their Part B MOE, CEIS, and CCEIS data submission for EDPass. States can use the tool to identify potential data errors prior to submission and create EDPass files FS231 through FS238.
IDEA Part C Timeline Tool Demonstration
This video shows state lead agency staff how to use the IDEA Part C Fiscal Timeline to plan and track yearly tasks.
Developing Written Procedures for Local Educational Agency Maintenance of Effort
This practice guide provides recommended components, key questions to consider, and sample text to adapt.
Writing Exemplary Data Notes for Local Educational Agency Maintenance of Effort Reduction Data and Coordinated Early Intervening Services Data
Provides an overview of the review process and examples of inadequate and exemplar data notes for two common warning messages.
IDEA Part B State Set-Aside Calculator Demonstration
This video shows state fiscal staff how to use the IDEA Part B State Set-Aside Calculator to record and monitor set-aside expenses.
Using IDEA Part C Funds: How the First In, First Out Method Works
This guide explains the “first in, first out” method to help states use IDEA Part C funds before they expire.
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