by Dan DeMarle | Jul 2, 2024 | Parents/Guardians, Special Education
I recall attending a school 504 meeting, as a single parent of a child with inattentive ADHD, where a panel of teachers, counselors, and administrators all sat across from me. I had a sinking sense that I was being judged for my child’s behavior and struggles. I felt...
by Dan DeMarle | Jun 22, 2024 | Autism, Autism Research, Classroom, Parents/Guardians, Social Stories/Social Skills
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by Dan DeMarle | Jun 22, 2024 | Early Intervention, Legislation, Special Education
The U.S. Departments of Education and Health and Human Services have issued a joint policy statement: Inclusion of Children with Disabilities in Early Childhood Programs. The joint policy statement reaffirms the expectations for inclusion in high-quality early...
by Dan DeMarle | May 28, 2024 | English as a Second Language ESL, Special Education
In 2011, the New York State Education Department (NYSED) issued a field memorandum regarding the rights of English Language Learners (ELLs) determined to be eligible for special education services. In an effort to reinforce this information with the field, the Office...
by Dan DeMarle | Apr 14, 2024 | Special Education
RALEIGH, N.C. — The Wake County school system could be on the hook for more than $300,000 after a state judge found that a school allowed a special education student to “escape” dozens of hours of classes whenever he wanted. Click this link to read the...
by Dan DeMarle | Apr 10, 2024 | Behavior Management, Behavior Management, Classroom, Discipline/Suspensions, School Districts, Special Education, Teaching
You are receiving this communication to inform you of updated language on the IEP forms and guidance pursuant to the permanent adoption the amendment of sections 19.5 of the Rules of the Board of Regents and Sections 100.2, 200.1, 200.7, 200.15, and 200.22 of the...