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Thousands of students with special needs at risk of losing specialized support

A month into the school year, the Ministry of Education has yet to disclose the funding amounts for the 98 Inclusion Resource Centers (CRI). These centers, which provide essential therapy and psychological support to students with disabilities, lack the necessary budget to plan their operations, leading to concerns about the continuity and quality of care for thousands of students.

Why it mattersIf you are a parent of a student who relies on CRI support services at school, be aware that your child's specialized care may be delayed or currently interrupted due to a lack of ministry funding and administrative clarity for the current school year.

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