25 community organizations jointly call on Virginia legislators to oppose a school discipline bill that will disproportionately harm students with disabilities without making schools any safer.
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10 Steps to Take if your Child is Bullied at School
Students with disabilities have the right to attend school without being bullied. Here are 10 steps parents can take if you suspect your child is being bullied at school.
US Dept of Justice Finds Frederick County MD Public Schools Discriminated Against Students with Disabilities Through Restraint & Seclusion
After conducting an investigation under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the US Department of...
New Federal Resource on Supporting Students’ Social, Emotional, Behavioral and Mental Health during COVID-19
The US Department of Education released a resource for schools on supporting students’ social, emotional, behavioral and mental health needs during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Students Struggle with Behavior as They Return to School
Students are experiencing more behavorial challenges as they return to school during the Covid-19 pandemic. Students with disabilities are especially vulnerable.
Managing Social-Emotional and Behavioral Challenges Upon Return to School
We have heard a lot about academic learning loss/unfinished learning. But students with disabilities may also have...
Students with Disabilities have the Right to Attend a Full Day of School
Civil and disability rights organizations joined together to file a class action lawsuit to challenge Oregon's...
COPAA Calls to End Police Presence in Schools
In a new report, the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates calls for the end of police presence in schools, citing...
Justice Department Protects Students with Disabilities from Classroom Removals and Discipline
Students with disabilities who experience behavioral challenges have rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act...
Lawsuit Against School for Handcuffing Black Student with Disabilities Can Move Forward
A federal district court allows a lawsuit against a California school district sued over the violent handcuffing of a...