Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE)

Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) is a legal right under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) that ensures children with disabilities receive an education tailored to their needs at no cost to their families. This means schools must provide special education services and support that enable students to make meaningful progress, ensuring they have equal access to education alongside their peers. FAPE promotes the idea that all students, regardless of their challenges, deserve an education designed to help them succeed and thrive in their learning environment.