special education

noun

: classes or instruction designed for students with special educational needs

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Giamanco crawled in through a shot-out window, reached the special education classroom and reracked his firearm in preparation for a deadly confrontation. — David K. Li, NBC news, 23 Oct. 2026 Public school students can use them for expenses such as tutoring, special education services, books, and technology. — Lara Murray-Sterzel, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2026 At the same time, private schools are welcome to erect language, cultural and special education exclusions. — Denise Forte, Baltimore Sun, 21 Oct. 2026 Raybould said Roell had taught special education at DISD before he was hired at Forney ISD, but that Roell faced four separate investigations involving misconduct or the abuse of minors. — Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for special education

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First Known Use

1921, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of special education was in 1921

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“Special education.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/special%20education. Accessed 27 Oct. 2026.

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special education

noun
: classes or instruction designed for students with special educational needs

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