How to Advocate for an Individualized Education Program (IEP)
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) helps children with special needs get the education they need and deserve. One way the IDEA helps children is by authorizing individualized education programs (IEPs) for children who are enrolled in public schools, including charter schools.
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The Relationship Between Special Education and Standardized Testing
Standardized testing can be an important tool for measuring the baseline and progression of students throughout their education. It provides both schools and students with valuable information on a student’s strengths, weaknesses, and potential for growth. It also sheds light on the effectiveness of the teaching curriculum at a school.
Understanding the Difference Between 504 Plans and IEP
Special needs children require extra care and planning for their educational needs. Fortunately, various federal and state laws and protections exist to help safeguard these vulnerable members of society and ensure that they receive a quality education.
The Rehabilitation Act and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) are...
A Supreme Court Victory for Special Needs Students
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) were established to protect the rights of individuals with special needs, including students, requiring school districts to provide special needs services for them in connection with their education. But that is not what happened with Miguel Luna Perez, a...