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Special Education Law
California just passed several new disability-rights laws that change how public schools support students with special needs. Each bill tackles a different issue, but together they push schools to offer better services, safer classrooms and more accountability. Here...
You have spent years advocating for your child, attending countless meetings and carefully monitoring their progress under an IEP. Now the school is suggesting those services are no longer necessary. Before you celebrate or panic, it is essential to understand whether...
Numerous federal and state statutes protect students with special needs. Public schools, in particular, have an obligation to accommodate students who need support to attend school. Parents typically have to work closely with educational professionals to ensure that...
Parenting a child with special needs often involves navigating complex educational processes. If your child struggles with behaviors that affect their learning, you might need to request a Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA). This evaluation helps uncover the...
If your child’s school does not provide adequate services for their special needs, you might need to seek alternative options. Some parents hire a private tutor who can adapt to their child’s learning necessities. Still, the cost of this service can take a toll on...
Are you unhappy or unsatisfied with how the school district handles the education for your child with special needs? Filing a due process complaint allows you to advocate for more appropriate education based on your child’s unique requirements. Be specific A due...
Parents new to an Individualized Education Program (IEP) often have plenty of worries. They fear it might isolate their child from nondisabled peers and deprive them of friendships and social interactions in a general education classroom. A guiding principle called...
Parents of children with special needs should be their child’s first line of defense. To be your child’s biggest advocate, you must know how to protect their interests. Doing that can be particularly challenging in systems with specific regulations and guidelines,...
If your child was identified as needing special education services, the term Individualized Education Program (IEP) likely came up. This legal document outlines the specialized instruction and support your child will receive at school. Part of the process is an IEP...
An individualized education program (IEP) should fit your child’s unique needs. A well-made one can help them make meaningful progress in school as they grow and develop. However, it is possible that your child’s IEP is not giving them all of the tools they need to...