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.
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 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.
Understanding the IDEA Part B State Grant Funding Cycle and Different Fiscal Years
This document reviews the life cycle of an Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) state grant and how that cycle corresponds to federal and state fiscal years.
Introducing the Updated and Expanded DCRT 2.0
An overview of the Data Collection and Reporting Tool (2.0), which now accommodates up to 12 years of MFS data. Reviews relevant resources in CIFR’s MFS Toolkit and improvements to the user experience.dd excerpt
Maintenance of State Financial Support Data Collection and Reporting Tool (DCRT) 2.0
Enter data for up to 12 years and review whether MFS has been met.
Resources for Grantees Website – Grants
This U.S. Department of Education web page contains resources pertaining to the three OSEP-administered IDEA formula grants that are awarded annually to provide services to 1) infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families, 2) preschool children ages 3-5, and 3) special education for children and youth with disabilities.
Process and Criteria Used to Evaluate a Request by States to Waive Maintenance of State Financial Support Requirements Under Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
This OSEP document provides guidance around the process and criteria used to evaluate state requests for waivers to the maintenance of state financial support requirement.
Maintenance of State Financial Support Calculation Checklist
This checklist helps states calculate complete and accurate data for MFS reporting.
Developing Written Procedures for Maintenance of State Financial Support
Developed by CIFR, this practice guide assists states in the development of written MFS procedures. It includes recommended components, key questions to consider, and sample text for states to adapt.
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