Education Laws

11 12, 2017

New Q&A on FAPE issued following Supreme Court decision

kristina@partnerstx.org2017-12-11T11:01:13-06:00

The Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) announced this month its release of a Question and Answer (Q&A) document addressing the Endrew F. decision. OSERS is issuing this Q&A document to provide parents and other stakeholders information on the issues addressed in Endrew F. and the impact of the Court’s decision on the implementation of IDEA. The Q&A explains the case and provides a summary of the Court’s final decision and prior case law addressing the FAPE standard. The document also explains how FAPE is currently defined, clarifies the standard for determining FAPE and addresses how this ruling can support children with disabilities. [...]

New Q&A on FAPE issued following Supreme Court decisionkristina@partnerstx.org2017-12-11T11:01:13-06:00

20 11, 2017

Least Restrictive Environment, Mainstreaming, and Inclusion

Zach Hidalgo2019-07-02T11:49:19-05:00

Least restrictive environment refers to the IDEA’s mandate that students with disabilities should be educated to the maximum extent appropriate with peers without disabilities. The LRE mandate ensures that schools educate students with disabilities in integrated settings, alongside students with and without disabilities, to the maximum extent appropriate.

Least Restrictive Environment, Mainstreaming, and InclusionZach Hidalgo2019-07-02T11:49:19-05:00

15 11, 2017

5 Inclusion Myths & Facts

Zach Hidalgo2020-08-04T13:31:20-05:00

Inclusion helps everyone become a contributing member of a community. Teachers report that the overall classroom climate becomes more respectful and productive when students with disabilities are included.

5 Inclusion Myths & FactsZach Hidalgo2020-08-04T13:31:20-05:00

10 11, 2017

Changes in Texas Law on Bullying

kristina@partnerstx.org2025-01-09T11:11:16-06:00

The Texas legislature has passed a law (SB 179) that adds to the rules on harassment, bullying and cyberbullying of a public school student or minor. Starting September 1, 2017, notice of alleged bullying must be given to the parent of the target student on or before the third business day after the incident is reported. The alleged bully’s parent is to be notified within a “reasonable time.” Chapter 37 is amended to allow for expulsion or DAEP for a student who 1) engages in bullying that encourages suicide; 2) incites violence through group bullying; or 3) releases or threatens [...]

Changes in Texas Law on Bullyingkristina@partnerstx.org2025-01-09T11:11:16-06:00

9 11, 2017

My Child’s 504 Plan Doesn’t Seem to Be Working. Now What?

kristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:15:32-05:00

Are you concerned your child’s 504 plan isn’t working? Sometimes 504 plans need to be adjusted to better serve your child and help her make progress. Here are steps you can take if you think your child’s 504 plan isn’t working. 1. Define what “not working” means to you. The first step is to identify why you think the 504 plan isn’t working. Maybe you expected your child to improve in certain areas or have higher grades because of the 504 plan. Maybe you’re concerned that there’s a snag or mix-up with your child’s services and supports. You might think she needs different accommodations or [...]

My Child’s 504 Plan Doesn’t Seem to Be Working. Now What?kristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:15:32-05:00

11 10, 2017

How Do I Get Special Education Services for My Child with Special Needs?

kristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:20:24-05:00

When children are struggling in school, it is important to determine whether a learning, cognitive, and/or physical disability is affecting your child’s educational performance. If this is the case, your child may be eligible for special education services and related services that can help your child to succeed. This article from the Friendship Circle Blog discusses the evaluation process and your child’s legal rights in the classroom setting. Special education law is expansive and thorough. This article will serve as only a brief summary of the pertinent laws. […]

How Do I Get Special Education Services for My Child with Special Needs?kristina@partnerstx.org2018-07-23T14:20:24-05:00

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