Use of Funds

Image of student with disabilities and teacher doing a high fiveDisclaimer

Each agency school should consult with its external auditor for additional information on allowable use of funds. The information contained herein is provided for informational and reference purposes only. The Fresno County Superintendent of Schools (FCSS) has not independently verified its contents, and its provision does not constitute any such verification. This information should not be taken as constituting legal advice, and any questions regarding its contents should be referred to independent counsel before relying upon any information contained therein.

Funding SourceUse of Funds
Base Grant Funding
  • Used to provide IEP-based special education and related services to students in grades K through 12.
  • Funds may also be used for preschool related activities for students with disabilities that have an IEP.
PS/RS
Low Incidence
Out-of-Home Care
Adjustments
  • Used in the same manner as their source. 
Extraordinary Cost Pool
  • Used for costs for mental health.
  • Note: Room and board, residential care services, legal expenses, and parent’s travel reimbursement are not allowable claims under the ECP program. 
  • Additional information is provided in California Education Code Section 56836.20.
IDEA Entitlement
  • Used for the excess costs of providing special education and related services to students with disabilities in order to benefit from a public education, in grades K through 12, ages 5 through 21.  
  • Federal IDEA - Allowable Use of Funds, v. 8.2
IDEA CCEIS

For additional information, contact Eddie Davidson, Director of Fiscal Student Services, at (559) 265-3047 or edavidson@fcoe.org.