California education rights attorney Jennifer Chang completed an intensive professional training program in the art of Trial Skills from the National Institute for Trial Advocacy® (NITA). NITA is a nonprofit service organization made up of a network of volunteer lawyers, judges, and advocates from around the world. It aims to provide lawyers with an opportunity … Read More
Author: Jennifer Chang
K-12 School Placements for Children With Special Needs
Roughly 14 percent of all public school students in the United States are those who receive special education services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), according to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). With school just getting back in session, now is a good time to revisit the learning options for those … Read More
Why Independent Study is Tricky for Students With Special Needs
As California prepares to go back to school, many parents with special needs children are wondering what their options are this year for virtual learning. Some school districts plan to continue offering distance learning, while others are conducting most classes in person and only providing independent study as an option for virtual learning. Parents with … Read More
Nonpublic School Placement for Special Needs Children
In 2018 and 2019, California provided special education services to roughly 795,047 individuals ranging from newborn through the age of 22, according to the California Department of Education. Various settings allow these children to receive a free education that can also accommodate their individual needs, whether those are related to autism, visual impairments, intellectual disabilities … Read More