IEP

Students who have certain learning needs may be eligible for support through the special education system. Depending on the type of disability a California student has, they could receive accommodations in the classroom that include additional time to take tests,...

At the height of concerns over the Covid pandemic, schools shut down, and much of education shifted to an online format. All students, including special education students, experienced dramatic changes in how they learned and received their education. This was...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...