State Profiles

State Profiles are research-based snapshots of individual states’ efforts to address the disproportionate representation of students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds in special education.

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State Profile thumbnail NCCRESt's State Profile of Efforts to Create Culturally Responsive Educational Systems in New Jersey
(PDF file, 3.9 MB)
This State Profile provides a snapshot of New Jersey's efforts to address the disproportionate representation of students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds in special education.

State Profile thumbnail NCCRESt's State Profile of Efforts to Create Culturally Responsive Educational Systems in Ohio
(PDF file, 3.9 MB)
This State Profile provides a snapshot of Ohio's efforts to address the disproportionate representation of students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds in special education.

State Profile thumbnail NCCRESt's State Profile of Efforts to Create Culturally Responsive Educational Systems in North Carolina
(PDF file, 3.9 MB)
This State Profile provides a snapshot of North Carolina's efforts to address the disproportionate representation of students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds in special education.

State Profile thumbnail NCCRESt's State Profile of Efforts to Create Culturally Responsive Educational Systems in Connecticut
(PDF file, 4.4 MB)
This State Profile provides a snapshot of Connecticut's efforts to address the disproportionate representation of students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds in special education. This profile has not yet been reviewed by members of the Connecticut State Department of Education. Check back soon for an updated version including input from the State.

State Profile thumbnail NCCRESt's State Profile of Efforts to Create Culturally Responsive Educational Systems in Tennessee
(PDF file, 6.87 MB)
This State Profile provides a snapshot of Tennessee's efforts to address the disproportionate representation of students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds in special education.

State Profile thumbnail NCCRESt's State Profile of Efforts to Create Culturally Responsive Educational Systems in Wisconsin
(PDF file, 8.78 MB)
This State Profile provides a snapshot of Wisconsin's efforts to address the disproportionate representation of students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds in special education.

These reports explore the various elements related to the development of culturally responsive systems including:
  • Educational outcomes,
  • General and special education policy and practice, and
  • Broader contextual factors impacting the experiences of students, families, and educators.

These reports are the first in a four-part series that will examine the efforts of states to create culturally responsive systems.