Special education law

The Individualized Education Program Roadmap Infographic serves as a guide providing a visual and easy-to-use overview of the IEP process.

Important Dyslexia Accommodations in the Classroom: What are my Options?There are two options for acquiring accommodations: A 504 is a formal plan that protects the rights of students with disabilities in school. Covered under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, this civil rights law gives students with disabilities access to services and supports in the general education classroom...

IEP Laws and Regulations Several years ago, I was at a fundraiser. It was for an agency that assists disabled people. So, naturally, they had

How do you become a Special Education Advocate? #IEPmeeting #DontIEPAlone

Let's talk about the special education referral process and building a child's individualized education plan (IEP).

In the school year 2017 to 2018, 13.7% of students who enrolled had a type of disability. That amounts to 6,964,000 students all in all. That’s quite a large number to accommodate in our educational system. But thankfully, there are laws in place to make it easier for the states and families to meet

When you’re teaching students with special needs in an inclusive classroom, one of the most important things you can do is keep yourself informed about the legal rights of the student and family–and your legal responsibilities as an educator. Not knowing what the law says can lead to friction with the family, unwitting violation of […]

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Special Education laws exist to ensure your child receives the education they need to prosper but do you know what your rights in the IEP process are? It is essential for your child's success in learning to be involved in your special needs child's Individualized Education Plan. You should attend IEP meetings, but what else? Here's your parental rights and more special education resources at specialedresource.com.

Special eduction law can be a bit gray at times. Although it should be clear cut, it can be difficult to get explicit answers to some of the basic questions that pop up in the day-to-day life of a special education teacher. Here is a scenario that you may have run into before. You need to set up an IEP meeting, but have been unable to confirm a meeting time with the family. How many attempts do you need to make to set up an IEP meeting with a family? What do you do if they don't respond? Can…