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Equal Time for PE: 1 x 30 = 3 x 45. Can You Do the Math?

05/02/12
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Although our son is blind and autistic, physically he is able and he is compliant. The school agreed to APE on his IEP – but only 30 minutes a week. The general ed kids get three 45 minutes sessions of PE a week. Shouldn’t he get the same amount as the gen ed kids? I’m […]

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Athlete Sues for Right to Compete; State Passes Athletics Equity Law

11/24/09
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Tatyana McFadden has spinal bifida and uses a wheelchair. She is a Paralympics medalist and world record holder. As a high school freshman,  Tatyana sued her school for the right to compete on the same track, at the same time, as her non-disabled teammates. Her high-profile case won hearts, and led the Maryland General Assembly […]

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