Understand MFS with these resources developed by CIFR for state educational agencies. Create written procedures. Plan and model effectively. Make accurate calculations and submit high-quality data. Download the full toolkit.
Learn
Quick Reference Guide (QRG) on MFS
Understand the basics of the IDEA requirements.
Practice Guide on MFS Procedures
Use guiding questions and sample language to develop written procedures for your state.
Plan
Funding Flow Ideograph Tool (FFIT)
Create a graphic description of your state’s fiscal support system. View the training video.
MFS Calculation Checklist
Make sure your calculation is complete.
Timeline Development Tool (TDT)
Create a timeline and document your process for collecting MFS data. View the training video.
Plan out MFS and other IDEA fiscal activities using CIFR’s IDEA Part B Fiscal Timeline.
Collect and Report Data
Data Collection and Reporting Tool (DCRT) 2.0 and Sample
Download the tool and a sample populated with data to help you learn how to use it. View the training video.
Letter to Other State Agencies
Customize this letter to request MFS data from other state agencies. Include these optional attachments:
- Data Entry Form
Customize this form for other state agencies to report MFS data. - Letter to Morton (February 2011)
Share this OSEP letter on “double counting” of matching funds.
Train
Overview of the MFS Toolkit
An overview of the QRG, FFIT, TDT, and DCRT.
How to Use the FFIT
Use ideographs to explain MFS to others.
How to Use the TDT
Manage your MFS data collection.
Introducing the Updated and Expanded DCRT v2.0
Watch this webinar training from January 2023.
Please note that some of these resources may not be fully 508 compliant. For assistance, contact CIFR.
