After years of patiently waiting and determining your child’s educational capacity, you and your child’s developmental doctor decide that a specialized school system would benefit them more. You choose to bring your child into the individualized education program or...
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3 testing accommodations that can be useful in an IEP
School is often challenging in unique ways for children with special needs. They may find it more difficult to focus in class or to obtain the same scores that their peers do on important tests. Federal and state laws help ensure that even those with debilitating...
Addressing IEP eligibility denials
Facing an eligibility denial for an Individualized Education Program (IEP) can be disheartening for parents. An IEP is a crucial tool that ensures your child receives the necessary support and accommodations to help them succeed academically and reach their full...
IEP accommodations for children with learning disabilities
Every child learns at a different pace. So, when your child falls behind in their studies, a learning disability might be far from your mind. Signs of learning disabilities can be subtle and manifest in different ways. It could be difficult for children with learning...
School board admin files lawsuit regarding IEP
When a California school student has special needs, issues may arise that evoke passionate responses from parents, teachers, service providers or school board members. The primary goal, of course, is always to amicably discuss relevant issues and work together as a...
Helping your child overcome the challenges of dyslexia
Every child in California has unique learning needs, which is why parents must advocate for their children to have those needs met at their school. If you have a child with dyslexia, you’re likely aware of how your child benefits from additional accommodations when...
IEP accommodations in California
It can be worrisome for parents to discover that their child has special learning needs, especially in a public-school setting. Thankfully, public schools in California and throughout the country have a system to provide services and accommodation to students with...
Charter schools vs. LA district regarding education law
Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) was named as a defendant in a lawsuit that the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA) recently filed. The plaintiffs assert that the district has policies that show significant biases against students in a vulnerable...
California special education law support
Providing care for a child with a mental, emotional or physical disability can be both rewarding and stressful. Parents often need additional support from family, friends and their community to help meet their children’s needs. Many of these children struggle in an...
Special education laws protect a student’s right to thrive
The California public school system entitles every student to a free and appropriate education. If a child has a physical or mental condition that impedes their ability to thrive in school, the state provides resources to accommodate and support that child. These...