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special education

[spesh-uhl ej-oo-key-shuhn] / ˈspɛʃ əl ˌɛdʒ ʊˈkeɪ ʃən /


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The union is also demanding smaller class sizes and more staff for special education.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 30, 2026

To get the raise she needs to take four master’s-level classes, in addition to the master’s degree in special education she already holds.

From MarketWatch Aug. 26, 2026

She persevered and graduated from a high school special education program, then attempted community college.

From Salon Apr. 29, 2026

Lynch, a former non-league football manager and founder of special education school NexGen Academy, was said to have suffered serious injuries to his eye.

From BBC Apr. 7, 2026

“So we need to get her in that program to start. While she’s there, they’ll evaluate her to see if she’s eligible for special education services.”

From "The Book of Unknown Americans" by Cristina Henríquez



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