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3 Special Education Back-to-School Tips

August 18, 2025July 24, 2026 illinoistreasurer

What Families of Students with IEPs Should Know About IL ABLE

A new school year is an important time for families of students with disabilities to think about education, transition planning, and future financial needs. An IL ABLE disability savings account can help eligible students save for education, assistive technology, health care, transportation and other qualified disability expenses.

Here are three ways parents, guardians and educators can include IL ABLE in a student’s financial and transition planning.

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Special Education

Back to School: IL ABLE & IEPs

August 13, 2024July 17, 2026 illinoistreasurer

Helping Students with IEPs Save for the Future

The excitement of a new school year is upon us! As students with disabilities prepare their school bags for the start of a new academic year, their parents and guardians may be considering how to plan for their students’ financial futures.

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Illinois Teachers and Educators: IL ABLE “Students with IEPs” Brochure Now Available in Spanish

November 17, 2023July 17, 2026 illinoistreasurer

IL ABLE Brochure Now Available in Spanish

The IL ABLE “Students with IEPs” brochure is now available in Spanish. Special education teachers and staff can share the brochure with Spanish-speaking students, parents, and guardians during annual Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings.

The brochure explains how an IL ABLE disability savings account can help eligible students and their families save for qualified disability-related expenses while protecting important public benefits.

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What Families of Students with IEPs Should Know About IL ABLE