Disabled Idaho Students Lack Access to Playgrounds and Lunchrooms. Historic $2 Billion Funding Will Do Little to Help.

Disabled Idaho Students Lack Access to Playgrounds and Lunchrooms

Despite federal law, disabled students in Idaho are unable to access playgrounds, lunchrooms, classes, and bathrooms.

A 3-year-old boy in a wheelchair was forced to watch his classmates play from the sidelines due to loose woodchips on the playground, with no accessible swings or play equipment.

This issue persists despite historic $2 billion funding, which is expected to do little to address the problem.

At an elementary school in southwest Boise, Idaho, the boy was relegated to watching his classmates play as a staff member stood with him, or spent recess inside his classroom.

Author's summary: Disabled students in Idaho face barriers to accessing school facilities.

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ProPublica ProPublica — 2025-10-15

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