California · Education Code
EDC §8224: (a) The Superintendent shall ensure that eligible children with exceptional needs are given equal access to all California state preschool programs.
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The Superintendent must ensure eligible children with exceptional needs have equal access to California state preschool programs.
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(a) The Superintendent shall ensure that eligible children with exceptional needs are given equal access to all California state preschool programs. Available federal and state funds for children with exceptional needs above the standard reimbursement amount shall be used to assist agencies in developing and supporting appropriate programs for these children, including federal and state funds available for the provision of special education and related services, as appropriate. (b) Any child with exceptional needs served in California state preschool programs shall be afforded all rights and protections guaranteed in state and federal laws and regulations for individuals with exceptional needs.
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