Individualized Learning

Exceptional learners come with a wide range of strengths and abilities. The Division of Individualized Learning provides leadership and state-level support for public school gifted and talented (grades K-12) programs and for students aged 3-21 with disabilities. The following disabilities are included: autism spectrum disorder, communication disorder, deaf-blindness, developmental delay,emotional disability, hearing impairment, learning disability, mental disability, multiple disabilities, orthopedic impairment, other health impairment, traumatic brain injury and visual impairment. We ensure Indiana is in compliance with the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act through monitoring of special education programs, oversight of community and residential programs, provision of mediation and due process rights and sound fiscal management. This division includes High Ability Education, which administers grants, operates a resource center and provides workshops and materials suited to the needs of the high ability population.