There are very few conflicts. The hiring of additional SE assistance meant the reduction of the music staff. We have four high cost students. Since we have reduced categorical aid, the funds come from regular education programs such as GT and AP along with the maintenance budget. Technology applications such as hardware and software are affected.
Resources are limited.
Special Education is always pushing for more teachers and instructional assistance and hearing interpreters. This pulls funds from general education. There is a concern over the total expenditures of Special Education versus Regular Education and corresponding student numbers. The EEN Staff requests more assistance, which must be transferred from regular education funds. Diversion of program resources for regular education to special education has created some bitter feelings.