special education

noun

: classes or instruction designed for students with special educational needs

Examples of special education in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Another issue on affordability is paying the highly expensive costs for special education in the public schools. — Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 8 Nov. 2026

The Ghanaian man, a university graduate who speaks English fluently, couldn't find a job in his special education field and, struggling to support his family of four, was working as a farmer. — ABC News, 5 Nov. 2026

Her priorities include affordability, protecting the Chesapeake Bay and federal workers, rebuilding the Key Bridge, and supporting public schools and special education funding. — Cbs Baltimore, CBS News, 4 Nov. 2026

The measure is projected to raise about $10 million a year for special education and early intervention programs. — Chaewon Chung, Sacbee.com, 4 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1921, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for special education

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Kids Definition

special education

noun

: classes or instruction designed for students with special educational needs