Walk in the School’s Shoes: Help them WANT to Help Your Child
As a parent, your ultimate goal is to educate school personnel so they want to help your child. The most important ability to use in resolving problems with the school Continue Reading →
Author Archives: Wrightslaw
IEP FAQs: When Do I Get a Copy of the IEP?
How long should a school have to get me a copy of the revised IEP after my son’s IEP meeting? You should get a copy of your child’s IEP right Continue Reading →
Can Parents Observe Children’s Classrooms & Placements?
Do I have a right to observe the class before agreeing (or not agreeing) to a placement for my child? The special ed director said I cannot observe the class Continue Reading →
Handcuffs? Bruises? Disability Rights Files Suit Against Wake County Schools
On Thursday, September 18, Pete and Pam presented a special education law and advocacy training program in Chapel Hill, NC. After checking in, we picked up an email from an Continue Reading →
Should Kids Use Recorders or Cameras to Monitor Their Teachers?
A few days ago, a parent asked how she could prove that her child was receiving instruction from the aide, not the teacher. Another parent suggested that she put a Continue Reading →
Is Your Child Making Progress in Special Ed?
Is your child making acceptable progress in special ed? Is your child on track to meet the measurable annual goals in the IEP? Until recently, most parents and teachers could Continue Reading →
8 Tips for Talking with Your Kids About the Election
(Archived from 11/04/08) What do kids think when they see adults standing in incredibly long lines for hours, joking and chatting with strangers? How do you explain the peculiar, unique Continue Reading →
October is a Busy Month for Wrightslaw!
Check out Iowa, New Hampshire, Georgia and South Carolina. Take advantage of our busy schedule and attend a conference near you. Visit our schedule page for a full listing of Continue Reading →
Law – Damages? Deliberate Indifference? Lawsuit Against Hawai’i DOE Goes to the Jury
(Archived from 10/09/08) After a 4 1/2-week jury trial, the first damages case against the Hawai’i DOE went to the jury 24 hours ago. Three more cases alleging deliberate indifference Continue Reading →
VA Parents: Governor Kaine’s Expected Action on Final Regs
(Archived from 10/27/08) Want an update on Governor Kaine’s expected actions on the final regulations? Question him directly on “Ask the Governor.” What: WTOP’s “Ask the Governor” When: Tuesday, October Continue Reading →
