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Louisiana Just Advanced a Bill That Would Make Schools Prove They're Correctly Serving Your Child in Special Ed. Here's What Families Need to Know.
...formerly worked as a parent advocate, would shift the burden...the burden of proof in special education due process...of proof in special education due process hearings...IDEA. Why This Matters. Special education due process...This Matters. Special education due process hearings...free appropriate public education (FAPE) as required by...
Education > Special Education
Why Special Education Looks Different in Every State
...child qualified for special education in Connecticut....qualified for special education in Connecticut. You move...you prepare, how you advocate, and how you protect...your child's access to education across any move you make....Individuals with Disabilities Education Act is a federal law,...free appropriate public education in the least restrictive...
Special Needs > Learning Differences
IEP or 504: Which Plan Does Your Child with a Learning Difference Need?
...what you need to know to advocate effectively. What an IEP...Provides. An IEP (Individualized Education Program) is a legal document...Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). It exists because...it adversely affects their educational performance. Both parts matter....a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE), meaning the services...
Special Needs > Rare Disorders
IEP Advocacy for Children with Rare Disorders: When No One Has Done This Before
...Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) protects all children...disabilities that impact their education, regardless of whether...Eligibility is based on educational impact, not diagnosis...their ability to access education. They don't diagnose...conditions. They assess educational need. A child with a...Rare disorders with educational impact qualify here....
Education > Special Education
How to Find an IEP Advocate or Special Education Attorney
...between an educational advocate...educational advocate and a special...advocate and a special education...special education attorney,...Parent advocate: Another...families. Parent advocates understand...advice. Educational advocate:...Educational advocate: A trained...specializes in special education...special education law and...lawyer. Educational advocates...Educational advocates know IDEA...
Social Engagement > Inclusion
The Complete Guide to School Inclusion for Children with Special Needs
..."included." He's in a general education classroom for part of...life of the general education classroom. It means services...you see it, and how to advocate for it when your school...your child accesses education. The Individuals with...Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires schools...should be in general education to the maximum extent...
Education > Special Education
Special Education Programs Are Moving to HHS. What Does It Mean for Your Child's IEP?
...many special education...special education advocates...education advocates feared:...feared: special education...special education programs...Department of Education. They're...federal special education...special education policy....Office of Special Education...Special Education Programs...Department of Education, where...federal special education...special education law. Under...of an education-focused...Department of Education. Moving...
News > Advocacy
How to Be Your Child's Best Advocate: A Complete Guide to Special Needs Advocacy
...your child first receives a diagnosis or enters special education services, the system can feel overwhelming....child first receives a diagnosis or enters special education services, the system can feel overwhelming. You're...already have everything you need to be an effective advocate. You know your child better than anyone else in...
Education > Special Education
IDEA at 50: What Trump's 2026 Budget Proposal Could Mean for Your Child's Services
...Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, the law that established...your child's right to special education, is marking...child's right to special education, is marking its 50th...roughly in place, which advocates have called a relief....specifically trained special education teachers and...specifically trained special education teachers and the $39...
Education > Special Education
What It Means If Special Education Moves Out of the Department of Education
...Department of Education, you may...Department of Education sits a little-known...your child's education: the Office...Office of Special Education...of Special Education Programs,...funding for special education...for special education services....Disabilities Education Act (IDEA),...Secretary of Education Linda McMahon...disability advocates that she...Department of Education entirely....
Legal > Discrimination
Protecting the Legal Rights of People with Disabilities
...rights. Knowing your rights helps you advocate for yourself and get the support...The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation...disabilities receive appropriate special education services. Section 504 and...disabilities receive appropriate special education services. Section 504 and the FHA...
Special Needs > Down Syndrome
The Challenges Of Parenting A Child With Down Syndrome
...syndrome, early intervention and special education can help children with...syndrome, early intervention and special education can help children with Down syndrome...challenging. As a parent, you will need to advocate for your child's rights and ensure...rights and ensure that they get the education, health care, and support services...