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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What is the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act?
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, or the IDEA, is a federal law that sets out how public schools must treat and educate children with disabilities. All children who are eligible under the IDEA have a right to a free and appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment possible. One of the most important aspects of the IDEA is the “Child …
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