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Dear Colleague Letter: Educational Flexibility Program (Ed-Flex)

Information about the Educational Flexibility Program (Ed-Flex) from the U.S. Department of Education, detailing how states can apply for waivers of federal education program requirements.

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Eligibility

States must be in compliance with ESEA section 1111.; States must commit to holding schools accountable for meeting education goals.

Requirements

SEA must provide public notice and opportunity for comment on proposed waiver authority.; Summary of comments must be submitted with the application.; LEAs requesting waivers must submit an application detailing affected programs, waived requirements, goals, and explanations.

Application materials

Ed-Flex application form (available online); Summary of public comments

How to apply

SEA applies to the Department of Education at any time.; SEA must provide public notice and comment opportunity.; LEAs apply to the SEA for waivers after SEA approval.

Documents

Ed-Flex application form; Ed-Flex Frequently Asked Questions

Contact

Email contact for states seeking further information about Ed-Flex.

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