How is SELPA AB602 funded?

• A. Entirely funded by the state
• B. Based on student enrollment in each district only
• C. Funded through private grants
• D. Primarily through ADA. State, local and federal IDEA funds cover 30-40% with the remaining covered by LEA.

Answer: (D)

AB602 funding for a SELPA is driven mainly by a per-student basis tied to Average Daily Attendance. This means the base amount follows how many days of attendance students served in special education have, providing stable funding aligned to actual service levels. In addition to this ADA-based base, state, local, and federal IDEA funds contribute roughly 30-40% of the total cost, helping cover services and supports required beyond the per-student base. The remaining costs are made up by the Local Education Agencies within the SELPA, meaning districts contribute the balance to fund the regional program. Also, SELPAs pool resources from member districts to deliver services more efficiently across the region. Private grants aren’t the main funding source, and the model isn’t funded solely by the state or by district enrollment alone.