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...
Special Education Law
IEP
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...
Parents May Seek an Independent Educational Evaluation for Their Child
No one knows a child better than his or her parents. Parents are in a unique position to know when a child is struggling and when he or she may need additional help in a specific area. When it comes to educational needs, parents have the right to request an...
Supporting Students with Behavioral Needs in the Classroom
Students who have special education needs of various types may display behavior struggles in the classroom that can be disruptive and concerning. Behavioral challenges are often a symptom of more significant underlying concerns, and addressing these issues effectively...
What parents should know about their child’s IEP
When a California student has certain needs that impact classroom performance, his or her school should provide ways to help that child make appropriate educational progress. Through an Individualized Education Program (IEP), schools can help students with special...
Success for special needs children in their California classrooms
Due to certain physical or mental limitations, some California students may struggle in school. Children with disabilities often benefit from specific types of interventions, such as specialized learning plans and other types of support. Regardless of need or the...
IEP compliance issues noted after school has leftover grant funds
Children with special education needs often benefit from an individualized approach to learning. In many cases, California students and those elsewhere who have a more difficult time keeping up with traditional methods of learning are able to use an individualized...
What if educators aren’t following my child’s IEP?
When your child needs extra help in learning to read because of their dyslexia, or needs emotional, academic and behavioral support because of their autism, you want to see your child make progress through the school year. That’s why you and educators have established...