The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights published a list of new resources to help districts and schools support students with disabilities and avoid discriminatory use of discipline. In the school setting, manifesting disabilities are often overlooked as an underlying cause for behavior problems, leading to discrimination in the absence of student advocacy. … Read More
Children all over the U.S. are sent to school with the trust and confidence that they will receive a quality education with the appropriate services for their needs. Taxpayers also expect their dollars to be allocated and spent to benefit specific areas of public service, including public education. The leadership of one California school district … Read More
Social media platforms have evolved into information-sharing highways that can offer seemingly open access to free information. For many parents navigating difficult education rights situations, the information and empathy gained online can provide relief. Social media provides a sense of community to parents, however, there are many precautions to take into consideration when joining online … Read More
Despite the many legal advancements over the last several decades to protect individuals with disabilities, discrimination remains a concern for many when navigating a world that doesn’t always accept differences. Discrimination can perpetuate many forms of emotional and social distress, but at what point does the law recognize emotional damages as it relates to individuals … Read More
