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July 15, 2017

Published by Brian Gruber at July 15, 2017

IDEA Regulations Updated Again – Finally MR is replaced with ID

Rosa’s Law finally reaches the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) regulations. On July 11, 2017, the IDEA regulations were revised to change the term mental retardation (MR) to intellectual disabilities (ID). This significant change started with a family in Edgewater, Maryland who would not allow the “R” word to […]

July 3, 2017

Published by Brian Gruber at July 3, 2017

Updates to IDEA Regulations

On June 30, 2017, technical amendments were made to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) in order to align to the Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015. These amendments include updating terms such as limited English proficient, regular high school diploma, scientifically based research, and defining charter schools. The […]

March 24, 2017

Published by Brian Gruber at March 24, 2017

Analysis of the Supreme Court Decision in Endrew F.

Endrew F. Case Analysis and Comments by Mark Gross The Supreme Court divides children into two groups – those who have the cognitive ability to achieve at grade level and those who simply cannot. This may be a bit simplistic, as a lawyer told me yesterday, and that is true. But […]

December 16, 2016

Published by Brian Gruber at December 16, 2016

IDEA Amendments Address Discipline Disparities

USDE Addresses Disparities in Discipline of Students with Disabilities Based on Race or Ethnicity On December 13, 2016, the United States Department of Education (USDE), Office of Special Education and Rehabilitation Services amended regulations to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The amendments are aimed at promoting equity in […]

September 29, 2016

Published by Brian Gruber at September 29, 2016

When Do I Need a Special Education Attorney?

If you are asking yourself this question, you probably have concerns with your child’s education or have questions as to the process. Both are indicators it’s time to set up a consultation with an attorney in order to have your child’s educational program analyzed and receive the information you need […]

September 29, 2016

Published by Brian Gruber at September 29, 2016

When Do I Need a Special Education Attorney?

August 5, 2016

Published by Brian Gruber at August 5, 2016

Are Your Child’s Suspensions Denying Them a Free Appropriate Public Education?

The United States Department of Education (USDE) released guidance this week through a Dear Colleague Letter indicating that short term suspensions or disciplinary removals may result in a denial of free appropriate public education (FAPE) for students with disabilities. The guidance serves as a reminder to school staff to consider the child’s […]

July 26, 2016

Published by Brian Gruber at July 26, 2016

What Can You Do If Your Child is Being Bullied?

As students and parents are beginning to think about school supplies and returning to school in the fall, the first thought should not be of fear and anxiety but rather what teacher they will have and will they get to be in class with their best friend. Unfortunately for many […]

July 11, 2016

Published by Brian Gruber at July 11, 2016

504 Accommodation Plans vs. Individualized Education Programs (IEP)

In the public education system, there are many ways to help a child succeed. If a student has a special need or is not succeeding in school, there are options available to parents which vary by states and school systems. If a child has a disability or you suspect the […]

June 16, 2016

Published by Brian Gruber at June 16, 2016

ESY v. Summer School

Extended School Year Service vs. Summer School There are different options for summer programs offered by public schools. One of which is Extended School Year services (ESY), a special education program that is put in place by a student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) team. Summer school is an option for […]