Villa Maria School – Transition to the Future
This piece is the fifth in our series “Special Education Schools: Getting Past the Sticker Shock.” This series, which will… more
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Fusion Academy – “F” is for Flexibility
This piece is the fourth in our series “Special Education Schools: Getting Past the Sticker Shock.” This series, which will… more
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How to Find a “Good” School District for Special Education
The other day I read a Facebook post from a parent asking about “good” special education school districts in the… more
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The Pinnacle School – Bridging the Communication Gap
This piece is the third in our series “Special Education Schools: Getting Past the Sticker Shock.” This series, which will… more
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Special Education Podcast Review: The Good, the Bad, & the Ugly
Disclaimer: Every attorney podcast reviewed for this article has received a grant from Special Education Legal Fund on behalf of… more
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Winston Preparatory School: The Sum is More than the Parts
This piece is the first in our series “Special Education Schools: Getting Past the Sticker Shock.” This series, which will… more
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Special Education Advocacy: Introducing the Advocacy Support Program
I wish I’d known about special education advocates back in 2008. I have a lot of regrets about what could… more
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Breaking Barriers: The Autism Expansion Program at American School for the Deaf
Launched in 2018, the Autism Expansion program at American School for the Deaf is the first of its kind in the country – a program that serves hearing nonverbal students on the autism spectrum through a bilingual American Sign Language (ASL) program to support the acquisition of generalized language and communication skills.
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Understanding the Outplacement Process
DISCLAIMER: This article was written by a parent for parents. This article is intended as a resource for families who… more
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COVID-19 & Special Education: A Guide for Parents
DISCLAIMER: This guide was written by a parent for parents. It is intended as a resource for families who are… more
Read MoreThe Virtual IEP: COVID-19 Differences in Special Education by District
Back to Virtual School … again. My children returned to school this morning after a two-and-a-half week spring/coronavirus break. For… more
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From Special Education Student to Attorney
Michael Gilberg, Esq. is a New York-based special education & disability rights attorney with extensive experience representing students and families.… more
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My Journey – Becoming A Special Education Advocate
Virginia Blum is a Special Education Advocate, wife, and mother of two daughters. Prior to becoming an advocate, she volunteered extensively… more
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