Students who have specific types of learning needs have rights in the classroom, including the right to additional support and assistance. Special education students are entitled to various types of help to have a complete educational experience but to accomplish...
Special Education
Teacher strikes negatively impact special education students
Students who have special learning needs have a rightful claim to support and help in order to have a full and fair educational experience. Special education laws require schools to provide interventions and other types of assistance for students with disabilities,...
How can you seek a special education evaluation for your child?
Your child has the right to a full educational experience, just the same as other California students. Regardless of your child’s education needs, limitations and other factors, your child has the right to the support and assistance necessary to provide them with the...
Jewish schools sue California for special education funding
All students have the right to an appropriate and fair educational experience, regardless of learning abilities. Special education students in California are entitled to services and support through their schools that will allow them to be in class, receive an...
Mom claims California school system owes her thousands of dollars
The mom of a special education student in California has recently filed a lawsuit against her local school system. She claims that the school failed her son by refusing to provide necessary and critical services owed to him through the special education program. She...
Should California require screening for reading disorders?
In California, students who have certain types of learning needs are eligible for specialized support in school. Special education programs exist for the benefit of those who cannot learn using traditional methods. One of the most common learning needs is dyslexia,...
How should special education teachers approach parents?
Working with students who have unique learning needs can be difficult for teachers. It is rewarding and challenging to work with special education students, and teachers play a critical role in ensuring that each student in the classroom has a full and fair...
Teacher shortages continue to impact special education
One of the most important factors in ensuring the success of a student with certain learning needs is a qualified teacher. Teachers are some of the most important influences for special education students, and they are on the front lines of ensuring that each student...
Do more students need special education after the pandemic?
The last few years have revealed how a disruption like the pandemic can have a profoundly negative impact on education. The return to school following an extended period of remote learning was difficult for many students, with a higher number of them demonstrating the...
More students could have access to special education support soon
When a student needs help in the classroom due to developmental, physical or mental health needs, they could be eligible for certain types of support and help. The primary intent of special education programs in schools is to ensure the unique need of the child are...