By Michelle Ball, California Education Attorney for Students since 1995 Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings for special education students can be very confusing. Many things may be said at an IEP meeting that never make it into the IEP plan. It is thus vital that parents record the student’s IEP
When a special education student is placed up for school expulsion and/or an involuntary change of placement, schools must convene a special IEP (Individualized Education Program) meeting within ten days. This meeting is known as a student manifestation hearing. This is a critical meeting for a special needs student and
If a student has faced discrimination in their school or college, the student or their parent may want to file a complaint with the United States Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR) to get their school investigated and corrected. Simple. Not so fast. Doesn’t OCR Take All Complaints
Oftentimes parents attend Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings where a special education student is denied needed services. Sometimes parents hear reasons such as: “no funding,” or “we just don’t have the resources.” Are these legal reasons to deny a student related services that will meet their unique needs? No!
A 504 plan is a key document for disabled students who may not qualify for special education. However, drafting these plans can be confusing and execution flawed due to lack of clarity. As such, it is critical that parents know how to develop a proper 504 plan with their school.
School bullying can be very destructive and even deadly, if not addressed promptly. Schools are in the best position to investigate and prevent student bullying as often bullying occurs on school campuses. Parents and students must learn about school obligations to stop and resolve student bullying. School Bullying Investigations Are
Hundreds of thousands of parents have students in special education, but do not really know what the definition of “special education” is. There IS an actual, specific, legal definition, of “special education” outlined in both state and federal law. California’s Definition of Special Education Per California Education Code 56031(a) “Special
Transitioning from high school to college can be exciting and challenging for young adults. For a disabled postsecondary student, challenges increase exponentially. Supports will end, and a more independent education lies ahead. With proper student actions the transition can go smoother. What Changes When a Disabled Student Transitions to a
In 2020, students were granted the right to have medical marijuana administered to them in school by their parent or guardian IF formally authorized by their school district. The circumstances surrounding medical marijuana at school can be confusing, and if the law is not followed properly, could lead to student
The end of the 2019-2020 school year was a nightmare for kids, and hardest hit were special needs students. Now that fall 2020 is starting mainly at home, students are not likely to receive adequate special education services, including their “related services.” Related services are things such as speech and
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