When a child needs additional support to be successful in school, that student may qualify for certain types of assistance. Through special education programs, students can obtain critical help, such as practical interventions that can help him or her succeed in the...
Special Education Law
Special Education
Due process hearings and special education rights
Each child has the right to a full and fair educational experience, regardless of their abilities. Special education students in California are entitled to support and assistance in the classroom, and parents have the right to advocate on behalf of their children. It...
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...
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...
What are the rights of a special education student?
As the parent of a child with special education needs, you understand how difficult it can be to ensure that your child has everything he or she needs in life. Children with certain types of disabilities may require physical support, medical care and more, and it is...
Modifications or accommodations for special ed students?
Students who have unique learning needs have the right to certain types of support and help in their California classrooms. They may require additional help in order to have a full educational experience, and for those who qualify, schools must provide these services....
How can you get your child into special education?
Every child is unique, and these unique differences are sometimes a reflection of how some students process information. For this reason, some children require different types of support in order to learn and function in the classroom. The intent of the California...
Parental involvement is crucial in special education
As the parent of a special needs child, you know how important it is to ensure that your child gets the help he or she needs at school. Students with specific needs may require additional assistance and guidance in the classroom, often through the form of an...
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...
Does your child need an individualized education program?
As children go through their years in school, lessons are typically taught to a class as a whole. Of course, every child is different, and many traditional lesson plans may not be right for children with special education needs, learning differences or who are...

