Elwood City Ledger

Groups that advocate for public schools in Pennsylvania warn that steps to downsize and dismantle the U.S. Department of Education will mean less help for students with disabilities. The Trump administration’s changes could severely curtail services for 373,000 students in Pennsylvania. Margie Wakelin, senior attorney for the Education Law Center, said a federal court has temporarily blocked massive layoffs at the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services. While the administration insists it will protect programs for students with disabilities, Wakelin said its actions suggest otherwise.