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Special Education Law
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...
An individualized education plan (IEP) caters to your child’s specific educational needs. There are many times your child may need additional learning support. For example, if they have autism. An IEP better ensures that child receives the emotional, academic and...
A functional behavior assessment (FBA) helps an IEP team understand why a child behaves in a certain way. It looks at the reasons behind behaviors (i.e., the function), especially challenging ones, to find ways to address them. This approach proves valuable in...
Among countless students going through the education system, some may have unique needs that require a different approach. Fortunately, federal and state laws have provisions allowing educators and parents to develop appropriate ways to address these needs through an...
Nearly all parents in California and throughout the country want what’s best for their children. They want to do whatever they can to help their children thrive, especially in school. If a parent has a child with special needs, it might feel frustrating or...
In California and throughout the country, public schools must provide accommodation for students with special needs. There are several ways to do this. Many students receive what is known as an “individualized education program” (IEP), which is customized to help each...
No child in California or elsewhere makes it through 12 years of school without any challenges. However, some students can thrive more than others. If you have school-aged children in your household, each of them has the right to a free and appropriate public...