Connecticut: 100,000 SPED students in state; 23.3% increase over 10 yrs

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July 27, 2026, Courant: Number of CT special education students nears 100K. It's $3.2B+ cost

The number of special education students in Connecticut is nearing 100,000, state data shows. The number represents an increase of 23.3% over the last 10 years, leaving districts to contend with rising costs and inadequate funding to meet the growing demand. . . .

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