SENATE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
COMMITTEE:
Education
TIME & DATE:
9:00 AM, Monday, June 23, 2008
PLACE:
E1.028 (Hearing Room)
CHAIR:
Senator Florence Shapiro
 
The committee will hear invited and public testimony on the following
charges:
 
Senate Interim Charge:
Study the effectiveness of public school programs serving special education
students, including autistic students. Specifically, consider whether
special education services are adequately preparing students for
post-secondary opportunities. The review should also include the
the availability and quality of the supports and services provided by adult
services agencies for individuals with disabilities. Make recommendations
for improving public school special education programs and the coordination
of adult education services among state agencies.
 
Senate Interim Charge:
Review and make recommendations regarding best practices for programs
targeted to improve the academic success of limited English-proficient
students.
 
Public testimony will be limited to 3 minutes per person.