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Special Education Law
Every child deserves to learn in a way that suits their unique needs. For parents of children who who require special education services, it is frustrating when a school denies your child needed supports. Filing a due process complaint is a significant step toward...
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...
When a student with special needs or a disability attends public school in California, the school district must provide a free and appropriate public education (FAPE). Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) are integral components of FAPE. If concerned parents...
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...
Any parent or guardian of a child with special education needs who attends a California public school understands the many challenges students and their families often encounter in an academic setting. Thankfully, students with special needs can thrive when their...
Parents of children with special needs understandably have unique concerns about their child’s educational options in California. According to federal law, every child is entitled to a free appropriate public education, called FAPE. Understanding the requirements FAPE...