What is the difference between the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act?
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a federal law that applies specifically to schools. The IDEA outlines the responsibilities that a school has toward a disabled student, and the rights that a disabled student has to receive a free and appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment. In order to follow the IDEA, public schools must …
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How do I prepare for my child's special education due process hearing?
In some cases, the parents and the school will disagree as what special education services should be provided for a child in order to give him or her a free and appropriate public education. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) provides for different ways to resolve disputes about special education issues between parents and schools. As a parent, you have the right …
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