Maryland Learning Links – MSDE Division of Early Intervention and Special Education Services

The Maryland State Department of Education Division of Early Intervention and Special Education Services.

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TOGETHER, WE ACCELERATE

a strategic plan to narrow the gap for all students with disabilities

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OUR MISSION is to close existing gaps between children with disabilities and their non-disabled peers and ensure that all students will be ready for school, achieve in school, and be prepared for college, career, and community living.

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Early CHildhoodDiscover birth to kindergarten resources for young learners. Access, Equity, ProgressLearn how to support all students, birth through age 21. Secondary TransitionFind strategies to prepare for life after school. COVID-19 UPDATESResources to support students during the pandemic.

TOGETHER, WE ADVANCE

our impact

68%

of 3rd graders who received early intervention no longer need special education.

7.5%

increase rate for graduation and the graduation gap narrowed by 5.2% over 4 years.

58%

enrolled in higher education or competitive employment (an increase of 3.5% over 2 years).

TOGETHER, WE RISE

special education in the community

DEI/SES national partner — TIES Center — and NCEO publish new parent resource videos

Together We’re Better: Inclusive Education Campaign and Art/Drawing Contests

DEI/SES Visits the Harbour School

Building Better Beginnings in Maryland to Launch November 10, 2020

Frederick County Public Schools Uses Innovative Practices to Bring Students Back to the Classroom

Atlantic General Hospital Recognized by Governor for National Disability Employment Awareness Month

Continuity of Learning Using Assistive Technology: Alex’s Success Story

Resources to Support Students with Disabilities During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Elevate Performance: Moving Maryland Forward; State of the State Address

assistive technology in the community

TOGETHER, WE EXPLORE

key division resources

Special Education Policy and Funding

Special Education Policy and Funding

Higher Education and Research

Higher Education and Research

Student, Family, and Community Partnerships

Student, Family, and Community Partnerships

State and Local Partnerships

State and Local Partnerships

Technical Assistance Bulletins

Technical Assistance Bulletins

TOGETHER, WE EMPOWER

latest posts

DEI/SES national partner — TIES Center — and NCEO publish new parent resource videos

School Discipline Basics and Integrating Supports: A Focus on Students With Disabilities

Together We’re Better: Inclusive Education Campaign and Art/Drawing Contests

DEI/SES Visits the Harbour School

Building Better Beginnings in Maryland to Launch November 10, 2020

I Have Questions About My Child’s Development. What Do I Do Next?

Youth and Employment: Information from the Maryland Department of Labor

Frederick County Public Schools Uses Innovative Practices to Bring Students Back to the Classroom

The SAFER and SATIRE: Tools to Engage Families and Caregivers in Authentic Assessment