Long Island parents who have a child with disabilities will undoubtedly understand that challenges might arise in school. Some, however, are more serious than others and can lead to various disciplinary steps. For some, the school might remove the child to an Interim...
Year: 2022
Can a parent bring an attorney to an IEP meeting in New York?
Every parent wants the best education possible for their child. When a family has a child with special needs, that often means the child qualifies for special education. In these cases, the child has an IEP (Individualized Education Program) that the school needs to...
Who qualifies for an IEP?
For readers of this education law blog, they are likely familiar with IEPs, or Individualized Education Plans. Essentially, these are educational documents for children with special needs that outlines how they should be educated, which is tailored to their individual...
How to qualify for an individualized education plan
This blog recently discussed what may be included in an individualized education plan but it is also important for parents to understand how their child can qualify for an individualized education plan (IEP). It is important for parents of children in need of an IEP...
NYC Education Department supports foster care students
Every child has the right to meet their educational needs. Unfortunately, some children do not have that experience. In some cases, a child may have a learning, cognitive or emotional disability. Some educational institutions may not properly serve these children,...
Is a 504 plan the same thing as an IEP?
As the parent of a child with a disability, you know that ensuring they receive a proper education can be a real challenge. The processes involved are confusing and take some time to get accustomed to, and it’s natural to have questions. Terminology can be difficult...
IEPs for kids with special needs
An individualized education plan (IEP) is important for a child with special needs to be able to thrive in their education setting. For that reason, parents of a child with special needs should be familiar with what is included in an IEP. What is included in an IEP?...