CPS Policies and Procedures

The Office of Diverse Learner Supports and Services has issued updated CPS procedures and guidelines for students referred for or currently receiving specialized services.

• 2018-2019 IDEA Procedural Manual
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• Assistive Technology (AT) 2019-20 School Year
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• Extended School Year (ESY) 2019-20 School Year
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• Paraprofessional Support (IEP and Section 504 Plan) 2019-20 School Year
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• Specific Learning Disability (SLD) 2019-20 School Year
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• Transportation (IEP Section 15 and Section 504 Plan – Transportation)
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CPS Diverse Learner Manuals and Guidance Documents Open for Public Comment

CPS is soliciting community feedback on its 2019-20 special education procedural manuals and guidance documents being proposed by the Office of Diverse Learner Supports and Services. Public comments on these documents will be accepted for 45 days through November 23, 2019.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in public comments do not represent the official position of Chicago Public Schools or the Chicago Board of Education.

Transportation Support

If you are the parent of a child with disabilities for whom transportation is provided pursuant to an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or 504 Plan and your child is experiencing transportation related problems, call (773) 553-2860 for immediate assistance.

SY 2019-2020 Budget Process

Learn about the ODLSS budget for SY 2019-20 and the process for how resources are allocated.