An existing IEP disappears into a school's filing cabinet for over three years. How do missed paperwork delayed assessments, and procedural missteps totally derail an education?To submit feedback or questions, fill out the form at...

What happens when a school district revokes a student’s enrollment due to behavior, and how does that impact a child’s right to special education services?To submit feedback or questions, fill out the form at this link: https:...

The student requires intensive home-based services as part of their IEP. However due to extenuating circumstances, many of those house go unfulfilled. Who's responsible for making up the difference—and how much is actually owed?<...

This one goes out to Steve Banda, our most loyal listener. Fear not, my friend! We're back!Did the district fail to adequately assess or support the student's language and communication needs and did they fail to revise ineffe...

In today’s episode, we dive into the critical findings of a recent FERPA case that could change how we view educational rights for all studentsTo submit feedback or questions, fill out the form at this link:

Challenges emerge and progress stalls when transitioning to a new grade level. Schools response? A more restrictive placement. If parents believe in a different approach, who decides what constitutes an appropriate education?<...

Did the district deny a student FAPE but using a 3x3 model for math instruction?To submit feedback or questions, fill out the form at this link:

When should transportation be considered essential for a student’s education?To submit feedback or questions, fill out the form at this link:

Explore a case on balancing educational rights and safety in special education, focusing on a district's response to a student's escalating behaviors. It examines procedural decisions, parental involvement, threat assessments, and interim place...

Join us as we walk take a look at one district's mindset shift around AI implementation in their school system. What does this powerful tool mean for educators today? How can it be leveraged to provide students with more authentic learning task...

The parents of a preschool student with Autism had concerns about their child's toileting, social-emotional, and adaptive skills, the district conducted a reevaluation, which concluded that the student's needs no longer required specially desig...

What happens when persistent staffing shortages raise questions about whether the school district is truly able to meet the children’s educational needs?To submit feedback or questions, fill out the form at this link: <...

In this episode, we compare two landmark Supreme Court cases, Board of Education v. Rowley and Endrew F., which shaped the standard for what constitutes a "Free Appropriate Public Education" (FAPE)To submit feedback or questions, fill...

Are schools making the right decisions when determining whether students with disabilities need extended services to prevent significant skill loss during long breaks, or are they missing critical pieces?To submit feedback or ...

A parent challenged the district by failing to align their child’s IEP with his post-secondary goals. From disputes over vocational goals to disagreements about graduation requirements, this case raises critical questions about how far a school...

What happens when the system says 'we need more' but the parents say 'no'? This case holds the answer.To submit feedback or questions, fill out the form at this link:

A family's search for help led them to a private out-of-state placement.  Did the school meet their obligations to identify and support, or did the student fall through the cracks? To submit feedback or questions, fi...

The parents argue the evaluation was insufficient and seek an independent educational evaluation at public expense. The decision hinges on whether the district's assessment met the legal criteria for special education services and addressed the...

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What happens when the system says 'we need more' but the parents say 'no'? This case holds the answer.To submit feedback or questions, fill out the form at this link:

A student is expelled after an incident on the school bus. However, the question remains: Did the school implement the necessary supports, or was something overlooked?To submit feedback or questions, fill out the form at this link:

With uncertificated staff and months without a finalized IEP, discover how a three-day hearing led to a ruling that could impact future educational practices.To submit feedback or questions, fill out the form at this link:

How do you get kids to think mathematically? Is it possible to win a game of tic-tac-toe in three dimensions? What is the over/under on how many minutes we allow Cari to talk?