Understanding School Medical Consent Forms
It is that time of year again. Time to think about new backpacks, school year schedules and, of course, the mountain of paperwork that will be provided to you for your signature around the time your child gets on the bus. Some of the paperwork is clear cut. For example, you will likely be asked to sign that you have read the school handbook and you either have read it or have …
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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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