California parents who have a child with disabilities understand the importance of individual needs. While those with disabilities might need to compensate for a particular issue (i.e., using a wheelchair when unable to walk) they are still entitled to the same rights...
Every Child Deserves A Meaningful Education
Year: 2023
Special education law and standardized testing
For California parents who have children with disabilities, everyday issues that are typically uneventful for other kids can be challenging and stressful, especially for those students with learning disabilities. When parents utilize an individualized education...
What is an IEP?
Not all children learn the same. In fact, it is much more accurate to say that every student is unique in his or her learning style, abilities and needs. Thankfully, when children have a learning disability or a physical or mental disability that affects their...
Do you know what should be in your child’s IEP?
As the parent of a special needs student, you understand how difficult it can be to ensure that your child has everything he or she needs for a full and fair educational experience. It is not easy to advocate for your child and fight for all the tools he or she...
What if schools do not accommodate children with disabilities?
Sending your child to school should be an exciting development and milestone in their life. Physical obstacles that hinder your child’s access to their school can make that excitement fizzle quickly - yet, reports indicate that physical obstacles to education are all...
Are early intervention services down?
In California, the programs in Early Start can provide key support for young children with disabilities. This can be critical to help your child develop and grow. However, recent studies find that the children who need early intervention services may not be receiving...
Can my child receive support services at a summer program?
Summer programs and camps can be a fun way to help your child grow and improve their social skills while they are out of school. In many cases, they can support your child’s educational journey as well. If your child has a disability, you may wonder what kind of...
You have the right to know what’s in your child’s IEP
As the parent of a child with unique learning needs, you understand how difficult it can be to ensure that your child has the support and care they deserve. Children in California with disabilities have specific rights, including the right to a free and appropriate...
Parents must prepare for the school’s IEE response
If you have suspected your child’s struggles in school are related to a learning disability, the next step is having the school evaluate your child to determine if they qualify for special education services or accommodations. However, what if the school’s evaluation...
What if a chronic illness interrupts your child’s schooling?
Children with chronic illnesses may have their good days, where they can attend school with mild symptoms and no issues. However, the bad days with serious symptoms can interrupt your child’s whole life, much less their schooling. In these situations, here are a few...