Funding Description
The Supporting Innovative Practices (SIP) Grant specific to increasing access to the general education environment for students with disabilities is designed to assist local educational agencies (LEAs) to: (1) improve educational results and functional outcomes for students with disabilities; and (2) ensure that LEAs meet compliance and State Performance Plan program requirements specific to Least Restrictive Environment (LRE).
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants |
Local educational agencies
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| Required Eligibility Criteria |
This is a non-competitive grant application. Only selected grantees will receive a grant based on LRE and assessment data. |
| Other Eligibility Considerations |
Not applicable |
| Eligible Grade Level(s) |
K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
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| Eligible Age Level(s) |
Not applicable
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Funding
| Legal Authority |
Budget Item 6100-161-0890, Schedule (2) Provision 4 |
| Source / Type |
Federal / Grant
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| State Fiscal Year |
2025-26
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| SACS Resource / Revenue Codes |
3386 / 8182
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| Total Available |
$1,400,000
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| Recipient Amount |
Varies.
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| Match Requirement |
No
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| Allocation Formula |
The California Department of Education receives funding under three provisions of the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. The California Legislature and Governor provide guidelines for these funds through the annual State Budget Act.
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Important Dates
| Date Application Available |
Unavailable
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| Due Date |
Unavailable
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| Expected Notification Date |
May 25, 2026
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Additional Information
Contacts
Last Modified:
May 19, 2026
