Updated February 27, 2026 Every child with a disability deserves the chance to learn, belong, and thrive in school. The federal special education law, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), guarantees a free, appropriate public education to eligible children with disabilities. To be eligible, a child must have a disability and need specialized instruction […]
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A new documentary, Intelligent Lives, has been released and will be screened at venues around the country in the coming months. The Arc’s national staff got a sneak peak, and the film beautifully po...
This was part of a series called #HandsOff, where we featured calls to action and stories from families across The Arc’s network about how key policy issues impact their day-to-day lives.
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The Arc released the following statement after news that the Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018, also known as the “Farm Bill”, failed to pass the United States House of Representatives. The Fa...
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Across the country, there are individuals, businesses, and organizations doing remarkable things and setting an example for a society that is truly inclusive for those with I/DD.
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Great news: If you are still working on submitting a nomination to recognize your colleague doing amazing work advancing The Arc's mission (or you haven’t started yet), there’s still time.
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This was part of a series called #HandsOff, where we featured calls to action and stories from families across The Arc’s network about how key policy issues impact their day-to-day lives.
The U.S...
Does your chapter have a comprehensive Conflict of Interest policy? Are you interested in refreshing your policy, staff/volunteer compliance and disclosure statement and disclosure on family and busin...
Executive Spotlight
Lisa Lepine
The Arc of Macomb County
Clinton Township, MI
For over 15 years, Comcast Cares Day has provided an opportunity for Comcast NBCUniversal sta...
