21. Boating Regulations By State Maine, No mandatory boating education requirements. See note and Maryland boating regulations. massachusetts, massachusetts residents 12 to 15 must successfully http://www.boatsafe.com/nauticalknowhow/stateregs.htm

Boating Courses Boating Tips Boating Contest Safety Links ... Contact Us Boating Regulations by State Boating Education Requirements State Boating Laws Boating Education Regulations Reciprocity accepts boating safety certificates from other states and/or NASBLA-approved courses. Alabama Minimum age to operate 12. Boating license required - proctored exam required to obtain license. Non-residents may operate up to 45 days without a license. Alaska No mandatory boating education requirements. N/A Arizona No mandatory boating education requirements. N/A Arkansas No mandatory boating education requirements. N/A California No mandatory boating education laws. Minimum age to operate is 16. California boating information. Yes Colorado Colorado residents - age 14-15 - who operate PWCs required to complete boating safety course. Home study is not accepted for this age group. Yes Connecticut All operators of vessels registered in, or who own property in, CT must successfully complete an approved boating course or pass the CT challenge exam. PWC operators must take proctored, state-approved PWC classroom course regardless of residency. Other vessel operators may take the CT challenge exam. No Delaware Delaware residents born after 1/1/78 must complete an 8 hour boating course.

22. Special Education News -- Massachusetts New Regulations The massachusetts Board of education s new regulations move to address some of these concerns, such as beefing up early intervention programs and increasing http://www.specialednews.com/states/statesnews/MAnewregs071700.html

D Bulletin Boards Calendar About Us ... Site Map MASSACHUSETTS RELAXES SPECIAL ED REGS TO MATCH FEDERAL LAW July 17, 2000 The Massachusetts Legislature voted today to repeal the "maximum feasible benefit" standard for special education services, arguing the slightly lower federal standard established for the rest of the country should also be good enough for students in Massachusetts. Under the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, states are required to provide a "free appropriate public education" to all students with disabilities. While supporters of MFB say their children are among the best served in the country, thanks to the state's adherence to a higher standard, state lawmakers are drooling over the millions of dollars a shift to the FAPE standard could free up for other education programs. Under the original Chapter 766 of Massachusetts law, a student with special needs is entitled to "an education that assures the maximum possible development in the least restrictive environment." That definition opens the door for higher levels of service than the federal FAPE standard, defined by the 1997 amended IDEA as education and related services that "meet the standards of the state educational agency, include an appropriate preschool, elementary, or secondary school education in the state involved and are provided in conformity with the individualized education program" required by IDEA. Ironically, the two standards are not viewed as dramatically different from each other, despite the heated debate they have inspired. According to

23. School Of Education The educational programs at Lesley fulfill the massachusetts teacher licensure regulations instituted by the massachusetts Department of education. http://www.lesley.edu/soe/intro.html

degrees + program offerings introduction to the school ... main page this site maintained by: John B. and Esther T. site guide site guide? Introduction to The School of Education Throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the region and beyond, Lesley has long been identified with the field of education. The professional contributions of the graduates and faculty of the School of Education continue to have a profound impact on the lives and futures of children and adults, from inner city schools to rural and suburban school districts, in human service agencies and in universities. Today, committed women and men - recent college graduates, classroom teachers, school administrators and college professors, among them - are engaged in graduate study at Lesley which supports their professional goals and encourages their ideals for educational reform. The School of Education offers its students a superior education through challenging coursework, classroom-based reflection, research and clinical experiences that model a strong commitment to and belief in cultural pluralism, inclusive communities, and the integration of technology in education. These experiences, in turn, inspire graduates to take leadership roles in helping to initiate reform in their schools and to contribute to the restructuring of education for future generations. The education faculty, in their various roles as teacher-mentors, facilitators, researchers, consultants, writers, conference speakers and members of educational boards, commissions and focus groups, are the primary force in setting the high academic standards and the visionary goals of the School of Education.

24. Teacher Certification Office Links to Other States Certification regulations. If you completed an approved teacher education program and of states for recipority for massachusetts licensure http://www.lesley.edu/soe/certification/other_states.html

apply for a license [acrobat pdf] licensure ... main page this site maintained by: Shantel H. site guide site guide? Links to Other States' Certification Regulations What is the Interstate Contract? The NASDTEC Interstate Contract facilitates the movement of educators among the states and other jurisdictions that are members of NADTEC and have signed the Contract. Although there may be conditions applicable to individual jurisdictions, the Contract makes it possible for an educator who completed an approved program and/or who holds a certificate or license in one jurisdiction to earn a certificate or license in another state or jurisdiction. For example, a teacher who completed an approved teacher preparation program in Alabama generally will be able to earn a certificate in Georgia. Receiving states may impose certain special requirements which must be met in a reasonable period of time. If you completed an approved teacher education program and/or hold a valid teacher's certificate or license in one state and seek certification under the terms of the NASDTEC Interstate Contract, contact the teacher certification/licensure office in the intended receiving state or jurisdiction. Go to http://www.nasdtec.org/contract.tpl

25. Massachusetts Laws And Regulations Constitution of the Commonwealth of massachusetts (293k) The General Court of massachusetts (the legislature); education Laws and regulations Department of http://www.spfldpd.org/resources/masslaw/law.htm

Inform yourself about Mass. State laws and regulations. Most of the links are provided by the State of Massachusetts as a public service. The General Laws of Massachusetts (also known as Massac husetts General Laws or MGL) has a search engine to find a particular law. more Some other sites of interest are the Registry of Motor Vehicles where you can pay a ticket, register a new car, or up date information via the Internet. The Citizen's Guide to Massachusetts State Services The House of Representatives and Senate members. There are links to e-mail and postal addresses. The main Legislative section has information on current bills, the budget, and more. Commonwealth of Massachusetts What we publish: Laws / Regulations / Rulings Items marked as PDF files require Acrobat Reader. Publications 1998 Fishing Directory Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife 1998 Hunting Directory Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife 205 CMR 3.00: Harness Horse Racing

26. VI Guide-Legal Resources, For Parents And Teachers Of Blind And Visually Impaire It also provides an abundance of reference material. Visit the massachusetts Department of education for a wealth of information about education regulations. http://www.viguide.com/legl.htm

L egal Table of Contents Federal laws and legislation State laws and legislation Miscellaneous links For other information about special education, such as implementing an Individualized Education Plan (IEP), check out V.I. Guide's Special Education Services page Federal Laws and Legislation Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Document Center This site offers the full-text of several federal laws, such as ADA (also known as Public Law 101-336) and ADAAG (Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines), plus other documents that provide guidance on how to implement these laws. Edlaw This site contains the full-text plus interpretations of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, IDEA, FERPA regulations and EDGAR regulations. It also offers links to other sites relating to disability laws and lawyers specializing in disability law. Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) , also known as Public Law 94-142. This is one of the powerful laws affecting visually impaired children. It states that they are entitled to a free and appropriate education in the least restrictive environment. Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) spell out a student's particular education needs under this law and form a contract with the parent/guardian and the school system. The Rehabilitation Act Amendments of 1992 (Public Law 102-569) This law establishes guidelines for Federal agencies for electronic and information technology accessibility designed to ensure, regardless of the type of medium, that individuals with disabilities can produce information and data, and have access to information and data, comparable to the information and data, and access, respectively, of individuals who are not individuals with disabilities.

27. The National Notary Association Online - Education & Training Saturday, May 22, 2004. education Training » massachusetts New Notary Rules regulations Review » Live Seminars On December http://www.nationalnotary.org/training/live/MAlaw/index.cfm?text=massChangesLive

28. The National Notary Association Online - Education & Training Wednesday, May 12, 2004. education Training » massachusetts New Notary Rules regulations Review On December 19, Governor Mitt http://www.nationalnotary.org/training/live/MAlaw/

Search: NNA Home Join the NNA FAQs Site Map ... Login Thursday, June 10, 2004 On December 19, Governor Mitt Romney signed an executive order mandating sweeping changes to how you must perform your official Notary duties! Virtually Every Aspect of Notary Practices and Procedures Is Affected! (Original date of February 18 was pushed back by the governor's office to allow more transition time.) NNA to Provide Training and Supplies to Ensure You Comply with Massachusetts New Notary Laws! Governor Romney’s Executive Order makes notarization more secure than ever. And it makes what you do more important than ever. You must fully understand and follow the procedures set by this wide-ranging overhaul of Notary law. The gives you the practical, need-to-know-now information you must have... plus countless helpful tips that make the new laws easy. Equip Yourself with the Training and Supplies Required to Comply with the New Rules Includes: Massachusetts New Notary Law Review (Live Seminar) FREE 1-year NNA membership FREE Official Notary Journal (required by executive order) Official Notary Seal Stamp (required by executive order) Acknowledgement Certificates (required by executive order) Jurat Certificates (required by executive order) Massachusetts Notary Law Primer (highly recommended) Includes: Massachusetts New Notary Law Review (Online Training) FREE 1-year NNA membership FREE Official Notary Journal (required by executive order) Official Notary Seal Stamp (required by executive order) Acknowledgement Certificates (required by executive order)

29. DOE Memo To Board Of Education On New Regulations given to approved programs in massachusetts, 28.06(3 for approved private special education schools related to program and safety (Former regulations 18.06, 18.07 http://www.fcsn.org/text/c766text/regsmemo.htm

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Education 350 Main Street, Malden, Massachusetts 02148-5023 TO: Members of the Board of Education FROM: David P. Driscoll, Commissioner of Education DATE: September 26, 2000 As you know, the Legislature made significant changes to special education through approximately 50 outside sections to the FYO1 budget. (We are providing the Board with an information package that contains all of the statutory changes relating to special education.) Eighteen of the outside sections require changes in the state special education regulations that were promulgated by the Board with an effective date of September 1, 2000. We have informed districts of the impact and have further informed them that we anticipate the Board will promulgate emergency regulations at the September Board meeting. Below is a listing of the outside sections immediately affecting special education. The final column uses the initial " R " to mean that the requirement is present already in the regulations or is incorporated by reference and therefore no additional regulatory language is proposed. If " R " does not appear in the final column, we are proposing a revision to the regulation(s) cited. All revised language is highlighted in the regulations for your reference.

30. Proposed Chapter 74 Regulations Copies of the proposed regulations and related guidelines are available Ms. Marnie Jain, Career and Technical education Unit, massachusetts Department of http://www.gltech.org/proposed_chapter_74_regulations.htm

Proposed Chapter 74 Regulations The Department of Education is seeking public comment on the proposed Vocational Technical Education Regulations CMR 4.00, otherwise known as the new Chapter 74 Regulations. The proposed regulations establish program standards for vocational technical education programs and define standards for vocational technical education licensures. . There is a public comment period deadline of February 21, 2003 for individuals to register reaction. Comments may be submitted by mail to Ms. Marnie Jain, Career and Technical Education Unit, Massachusetts Department of Education, 350 Main Street, Malden, MA 02148 or by e-mail to . A public hearing will be held at Shawsheen Valley Technical High School, 100 Cook Street, Billerica from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. A sample letter could simply say: Ms. Marnie Jain Career and Technical Education Unit Massachusetts Department of Education 350 Main Street Malden, MA 02148 Dear Ms. Jain, As a parent of a student at Greater Lowell Technical High School, I am very concerned about the proposed Chapter 74 regulations. I would ask that the Department of Education reconsider the proposed regulations and listen to the request of the vocational technical educators for new regulations that will help them continue to provide quality instruction for my children. Sincerely

31. UMass Amherst: Department Of Computer Science degrees at the University of massachusetts must satisfy the This page contains the departmental regulations for Professional education students admitted http://www.cs.umass.edu/csinfo/gradinfo/gpd/PEEASdegree.html

CS Home Page Introduction People Admissions ... The University Professional Education Offsite Masters Degree Program - Rules and Regulations Department of Computer Science University of Massachusetts Distance education students may complete all of the required coursework for the Master of Science degree in Computer Science through the Professional Education for Engineering and Applied Science program. The M.S. in Computer Science requires a minimum of 30 credits. To be admitted to the CS graduate program, candidates should hold a B.S. or B.A. degree in Computer Science (or a related field), have a good academic record and recommendations, and must demonstrate mastery of undergraduate computer science and mathematics. All graduate degrees at the University of Massachusetts must satisfy the conditions outlined in the Graduate School Bulletin and the Graduate School Handbook . In addition, the Department of Computer Science requires that certain guidelines be observed for all graduate degrees in Computer Science. This page contains the departmental regulations for Professional Education students admitted after the Fall of 1997. This document is intended to give students a means of managing their own degrees, but it is not intended to replace the Graduate Program Director at UMass. For further information, contact:

32. Special Education include not only the requirements of the Special education regulations (603 CMR 28.00) but also the learning standards that massachusetts has established http://www.bellingham.k12.ma.us/district/Special Education Manual/Chapter 9 New

Special Education Administrative Advisory SPED 2002-1: Requirement to Review Refusals to Evaluate for Special Education EligibilityGuidance on the change in the special education standard of service from "maximum possible development" to "free appropriate public education" ("FAPE") Effective January 1, 2002 To: Superintendents of Schools, Charter School Leaders, Special Education Administrators, Other Interested Parties From: David P. Driscoll Commissioner of Education Date: November 20, 2001 In the summer of 2000, the Massachusetts special education law, Mass. Gen. Laws Chapter 71B, was amended to change the special education standard of services from the current "maximum possible development" (sometimes referred to as "maximum feasible benefit") to the federal standard, "free appropriate public education" ("FAPE"). The change is effective as of January 1, 2002. This memorandum is intended to help school officials, parents and other interested parties understand the effect of the change and apply the FAPE standard, consistent with state and federal law. The FAPE standard has been part of the federal special education law since 1975, and it is well-established in educational practice and case law. In amending the Massachusetts special education law to align it with the federal standard, the Legislature indicated its intent was to ensure that our public education system provides high standards for

33. Massachusetts Society For Medical Research membership of proposed laws and regulations that will Our legislative efforts also involve education. constantly to educate the massachusetts legislature and http://www.msmr.org/

We promote and enhance biomedical and biological research, including the humane care and use of animals, for the improved health and well-being of people, animals, and the environment. The goal of Massachusetts Society for Medical Research is to foster a better understanding of biomedicine by improving basic literacy in and enthusiasm for the biological sciences among the public, the media, and future generations. Although we are a member organization, and membership services are of utmost importance, a great part of our work is directed to the public in general. Education is necessarily a major component in the pursuit of our mission. We teach students; we train teachers; we develop curricula that increase science literacy and promote understanding of the importance of biomedical research to our lives. MSMR Annual Meeting International Society for Stem Cell Research For further information about the Annual Meeting, click here For information about becoming a member of the Society, click here Living Proof Seniors Talk About Medical Advances Have changes in medicine and medical care over the last 50 years changed your life or the life of a loved one? Tell your story at the

34. SpeciaLaw to massachusetts hearing decisions massachusetts ($$) Link to OSERS Office of Special education and Rehabilitation Link to 504 regulations regulations (34 CFR http://www.edlaw.net/service/specialaw.html

EDLAW SpeciaLaw " The United States is a nation of laws: badly written and randomly enforced. " Frank Zappa " The law . . . should surely be accessible at all times and to everyone. " Franz Kafka Texts of statutes, regulations, judicial decisions and other useful materials EDLAW has pioneered providing access to the texts of laws governing the provision of special education. We have invested additional effort to reformat the text of IDEA and some other materials to make them easier to read and use. However, for most texts, the time required is simply not available. In these situations, we have either used the formatted text as we discovered it or provided links to other sources. Persons seeking legal texts in a more useful format are invited to examine the EDLAW Electronic Library EDLAW Electronic Library here. Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Reauthorization Information Thomas (Library of Congress web site) type in HB 1350 or SB 1248 or "IDEA" as subject HB 1350 engrossed SB 1248 as reported 22nd Annual Report to Congress Statute (20 U.S.C. 1400 et seq.)

35. Harvard Graduate School Of Education: Educator Licensure--Alternative Licensure eg, Special education Administrator), please see Section 7.09 of the State s New regulations. MTEL You will need to pass the MTEL (massachusetts Tests for http://www.gse.harvard.edu/licensure/alternative.html

HGSE Shortcuts... Harvard University HGSE Home HGSE Faculty and Staff Directory HGSE News Search/Site Map There are four types of licenses available in Massachusetts: Preliminary Initial Professional Temporary A chart to help you to understand these licenses is available on the DOE's Licensure Help-Online web site Preliminary Licensure for Teachers If you are not a student in one of HGSE's state-approved educator licensure programs, you can still obtain a Massachusetts Preliminary teacher license, which is valid for five years of employment. In general, to obtain the Preliminary teacher license, you simply need to meet the following requirements: Possess a B.A. or B.S. degree from an accredited college or university. Pass the Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure ( MTEL ) Communication and Literacy Skills test.

36. Harvard Graduate School Of Education: Educator Licensure--FAQ And Definitions all persons seeking licensure as a massachusetts teacher. through the Harvard Graduate School of education. regulations, Old and New The current version of http://www.gse.harvard.edu/licensure/faq.html

HGSE Shortcuts... Harvard University HGSE Home HGSE Faculty and Staff Directory HGSE News Search/Site Map Frequently Asked Questions For Those Not in a Harvard State-Approved Program For MCMS/TAC Students For UTEP Students For PLS Students For additional information, please see the Massachusetts Department of Education's Frequently Asked Questions by going to the DOE's Licensure Help On-line web site and clicking on "Frequently Asked Questions" on the left side of the page. Basic Terms and Definitions Unless explicitly stated, the following definitions apply to Massachusetts Licensure only. Board The Massachusetts Board of Education DOE Department of Education, visit the MA DOE at www.doe.mass.edu Field The subject (such as English, Biology or Math). Level The range of grades (such as PreK-8, 5-8 or 8-12) within which a given license in valid.

37. Massachusetts Yellow Pages For Kids With Disabilities knowledge of Federal and State laws and regulations relating to education and disabilities, as att.net Correspondence to and from massachusetts and US http://www.yellowpagesforkids.com/help/ma.htm

Yellow Pages For Kids With Disabilities Wrightslaw l No Child Left Behind l Fetaweb l Harbor House Law Press l Yellow Pages for Kids M assachusetts Yellow Pages for Kids with Disabilities Print this page Select a State . . . State flyers Alabama Alaska American Samoa Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District of Columbia Florida Georgia Guam Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Puerto Rico Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Virgin Islands Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming Northern Mariana Islands List of All States Disability Organiztions Legal and Advocacy State DOEs International PTI's We built the Yellow Pages for Kids with Disabilities so people can get reliable information and support. Your state Yellow Pages includes many resources - government programs, grassroots organizations, and parent support groups. We are adding evaluators, educational consultants, academic tutors, advocates, attorneys, and others who help parents get services for their children.

38. Revised Regulations For Grants And Cooperative Agreements - Department Of Educat to repay to the Commonwealth of massachusetts Department of by the US Department of education (Department) in A proposal to amend regulations governing the http://www.wifcon.com/fapolarcED.htm

Policy Archives Grants and Cooperative Agreements What's New Wifcon Chat Home Quic-Kit ... Traffic Search WWW Search wifcon.com Policy Policy Archives Today's Grants Department of Education These final regulations implement Executive branch policy that, within the framework of constitutional church-state guidelines, religiously affiliated (or "faith-based'') organizations should be able to compete on an equal footing with other organizations for funding by the U.S. Department of Education (Department). We are revising Department regulations to remove barriers to the participation of faith-based organizations in Department programs and to ensure that these programs are implemented in a manner consistent with the requirements of the U.S. Constitution, including the Establishment, Free Exercise, and Free Speech Clauses of the First Amendment. These regulations are effective July 6, 2004. ( PDF Version ) (Published June 4, 2004)

39. Massachusetts Chapter - National Association Of Social Workers This requirement is part of the regulations of licensure. Certificates of continuing education must include the name, massachusetts license number http://www.naswma.org/licensingQs.asp

Note: Any external links will open in a new window. Licensing Questions How do I contact the Licensing Board? The MA Board of Registration of Social Workers 239 Causeway Street, Suite 500 Boston, MA 02114 (617) 727-3073 Fax: (617)727-2197 Web: www.state.ma.us/reg/boards/sw The Massachusetts Board of Registration of Social Workers (The Board) protects the public by upholding regulations for which licensees are held accountable. The Regulations contain the rules and standards governing professional ethics and practice and explain the qualifications and functions for each license level. Every social worker should have a copy of the Regulations. To obtain a copy, contact the Board of Registration. Are there study guides available for the various licensing exams. Yes, click here for a list of available resources Who must be licensed? All persons who practice social work, use the title "social worker," or refer to themselves as practicing social work must be licensed in Massachusetts, unless they are a county, state, or municipal employee, or a social work intern in a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Practicing social work without a license or performing functions reserved for a higher licensing level is punishable by fine and/or imprisonment. Licensing allows state governments to verify that a social worker has the skills and knowledge to practice safely and to monitor the professional conduct of social workers. How do I obtain a license?

40. Task Force To Examine The Implications Of Special Ed Regulations Marcia— State Director of Special education, massachusetts. Wright, Lynnett— education Program Consultant, Kansas. to implement regulations released by ED http://www.ccsso.org/Whats_New/Press_Releases/4084.cfm

Press Releases Newsletters Chiefline Council Quarterly ... New Publications select Alabama Alaska American Samoa Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District of Col... DoDEA Florida Georgia Guam Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Northern Marian... Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Puerto Rico Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virgin Islands Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming Task Force to Examine the Implications of Special Ed Regulations Contact: Patricia F. Sullivan pattys@ccsso.org Washington, DC, February 17, 2004 The Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) announces the members of its newly created Task Force on Special Education. This task force has been assembled in an effort to better understand the implications of federal regulations and other legislation aimed at helping students with disabilities learn to their potential, namely the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) and No Child Left Behind (NCLB). “Educators in every state in our nation want to improve the learning outcomes for student with disabilities,” said Terry Bergeson, Washington State’s Superintendent of Public Instruction and chair of the CCSSO Task Force. “We must take advantage of this opportunity to move away from our heavy emphasis on compliance to a stronger focus on higher learning and achievement levels for all students with special needs.”

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