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What to Do If the School Refused a Special Education Evaluation
If the school refused your request for a special education evaluation, it can feel confusing and frustrating. You’re worried your child may need extra support, and instead of getting help, you’re hearing no.
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Special Education and the Law: Know Your Rights as a Parent
When your child needs support in school, the special education process can feel overwhelming. You’re asked to absorb acronyms, laws, timelines, and procedures—often while also navigating your child’s day-to-day challenges. It’s a lot. And yet, buried in all of it is something powerful: your legal rights.
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New Federal Data Shows Why State and Local Special Education Policy Changes Can't Wait
Every day, more than 7 million students with disabilities walk through the doors of America's public schools. That's roughly 1 in 6...
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Retaliation in Special Education: The Office of Civil Rights Has Your Back
Retaliation in special education is more common than most parents realize, and the impact can be devastating.
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From Overwhelmed to Empowered: How Smart Parents Are Revolutionizing Special Education Advocacy
The Harvard Family Research Project found a truth that seems both obvious and illuminating: Family engagement is one of the most effective..
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Special Education Teacher Shortage Crisis: A Historic Chance for Parent Action
Schools need proper federal support to solve the special education teacher shortage crisis.
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The Advocacy Tightrope: Mastering the Art of Follow-Up Communication in Special Education
What if mastering the art of the follow-up could transform you from a perceived nuisance into a respected collaborator?
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How Does Your State Stackup? What You Need to Know About IDEA Implementation for the 2024-2025 School Year
Knowing where your state stands can help you be a more informed and effective advocate for your child's education.
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Possible Changes to Federal Special Education Policy in 2025: What Every Parent Needs to Know
The U.S. Department of Education released its 2024 determinations for state compliance with IDEA, and the results are eye-opening.
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Discipline in Special Education: Understanding Manifestation Determination Meetings
Discipline in special education can be a delicate balancing act. For parents and caretakers, understanding how schools manage discipline...
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