The Pennsylvania Department of Education website includes information on the department, teaching in the state, education reform initiatives, libraries, teacher certification, school profiles and employment.

The law that helps improve education for children with disabilities has been reauthorized (Dec 2004).

Text of The Rehabilitation Act, the law that authorizes programs for vocational rehabilitation, supported employment, independent living, and client assistance.   

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a law ensuring services to children with disabilities throughout the nation. IDEA governs how states and public agencies provide early intervention, special education and related services to more than 6.5 million eligible infants, toddlers, children and youth with disabilities.

Infants and toddlers with disabilities (birth-2) and their families receive early intervention services under IDEA Part C. Children and youth (ages 3-21) receive special education and related services under IDEA Part B.

This Basic Education Circular updates the policy of the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) on least restrictive environment and educational placement for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).