special education
Americannoun
Sensitivity
See special.
Etymology
Origin of special education
First recorded in 1920–25
Example Sentences
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"Labour's flagship plans to reform special education in England are at risk of unravelling", according to the Guardian.
From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2026
“These kids could have been in the street or dead or not had the special education or help they needed.”
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 8, 2026
This union represents special education aides who are, she said, undervalued, underpaid and overworked.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 13, 2026
Mosley suggested that instead of working to make a Kirk holiday, Kansas lawmakers could fully fund special education programs in the state, or address rural hospital closures or raise the minimum wage.
From Salon ● Feb. 16, 2026
“So we need to get her in that program to start. While she’s there, they’ll evaluate her to see if she’s eligible for special education services.”
From "The Book of Unknown Americans" by Cristina Henríquez
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