California students who have certain types of physical and mental health needs oftentimes struggle in the classroom. Anxiety, depression and other mood disorders could make it difficult for a student to stay focused and obtain an appropriate education in the...
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California to start testing students for dyslexia
When a student has certain types of learning needs, it can lead to struggles in the classroom. Students who have these deficits may be entitled to specific types of support from the school through the special education program. Some of the most common learning needs...
What should a California parent know before an IEP meeting?
California students who have certain learning needs have the right to a free appropriate public education (FAPE). This means that schools and school districts have the obligation to provide specific types of learning support and interventions to help a student succeed...
What should be in your child’s Individualized Education Plan?
If you are the parent of a special education student, you understand how difficult it can be to secure the support your child requires in order to succeed in the classroom. As a parent, you are your child’s most important advocate, and your knowledge about your...
Your special needs child may need extra support at school
If you are the parent of a special needs child, you understand how this can impact virtually every area of his or her life. Exceptional learners may need additional support while they are at school, and you have the right to advocate for his or her specific needs. To...
Is An Individualized Education Program (IEP) or a 504 Plan Appropriate For My Child?
California parents of students with special education needs often find they must advocate for the interests of their child in and out of the classroom. Part of this process is knowing the law and understanding what supports and services their child is entitled to. In...
New Federal Guidelines For Individualized Education Programs
The pandemic has brought new complications to education, particularly for those who require or provide special education services. Some students who have an Individualized Education Program (IEP) have experienced negative changes in their education experience over the...
Who will benefit from an Individualized Education Program?
All California students deserve a full and fair experience in the classroom. Those who have special needs may need additional support and help in order to accomplish this, which is why some require an Individualized Education Program. An IEP is a plan that outlines...
Parents Should Be Valued Part Of The IEP Process
California parents know their children better than anyone else. This is why they should be a valued and informed part of the process of developing an effective Individualized Education Program (IEP) for their student with special education needs. School...
When Can a School Suspend or Expel a Student With Special Education Needs?
An important principle under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is that a child with a disability should not be unduly disciplined for behavior that is a manifestation of their disability. The IDEA has put in place protections for children facing...