Much of the discussion pertaining to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEIA) focuses on what it provides to the parents of...
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Due Process and Special Education Services
When most people hear the term “due process,” they think of a person’s right to a trial before receiving punishment for a crime. However, in our legal system,...
New Jersey Special Education Statistics
Many parents in New Jersey worry that asking for special help for children with disabilities means pulling those children out of regular school and separating...
Your IEP Team
The Individualized Education Program (IEP) is the centerpiece of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEIA). However, establishing an...
Higher Education Issues for Children with Disabilities
If you are the parent of a child with a disability, you know you must be vigilant when it comes to protecting their best interests. Even as you struggle with...
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