What's Happening at the Department of Education?

Since the March 2025 announcement from the second Trump administration that Department of Education programs will be shutting down or moved to different agencies, disability advocates have sought answers to the many questions that arose from this action.

We've asked Amanda Glass, special education rights attorney at Disability Rights AZ (DRAZ), to create a Frequently Asked Questions document as we wait for more information. She helps families and students with disabilities retain their rights in Arizona schools. 

Click on the link below to access this resource - we plan on updating it as the situation evolves and the Arizona Department of Education receives more guidance from the federal government.

Frequently Asked Questions on Changes to Department of Education - April 2025