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How to Find a “Good” School District for Special Education

November 12, 2021
By Christine Lai

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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Autism, Children, Education, Families, IDEA, Parenting, Private School, School, Special Education

The Pinnacle School – Bridging the Communication Gap

November 1, 2021
By Christine Lai

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

October 11, 2021
By Christine Lai

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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Special Education Advocacy: Introducing the Advocacy Support Program

April 30, 2021
By Christine Lai

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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Advocacy, Attorney, Autism, Children, coronavirus, COVID-19, Education, Education Law, Families, IDEA, School, virtual learning

COVID-19 & Special Education: A Guide for Parents

April 21, 2020
By Christine Lai

DISCLAIMER: This guide was written by a parent for parents. It is intended as a resource for families who are… more

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Advocacy, Autism, Children, coronavirus, COVID-19, Education, Education Law, Families, IDEA, School, virtual learning

The Virtual IEP: COVID-19 Differences in Special Education by District

March 30, 2020
By Christine Lai

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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Advocacy, Attorney, Autism, Children, Education, Education Law, Families, IDEA

From Special Education Student to Attorney

December 3, 2019
By self94

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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Children, Education, Education Law, Families, History, IDEA

Happy Birthday IDEA

October 30, 2019
By Christine Lai

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, or IDEA, turns 29 on October 30th, 2019. Signed into law by President George… more

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Virtual Learning Reimagined: Winston Online, The Online Academy at ASD-1817, & Fusion Online
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The Spire School: A Therapeutic School for College-Bound Students
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Who Is The Eagle Hill Student?
Friday, 11, Feb
What is a Therapeutic Special Education School?
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Chapel Haven – A Place to Call Home
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Villa Maria School – Transition to the Future
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Fusion Academy – “F” is for Flexibility
Friday, 12, Nov
How to Find a “Good” School District for Special Education
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The Pinnacle School – Bridging the Communication Gap
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Special Education Podcast Review: The Good, the Bad, & the Ugly
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The Windward School: Training Teachers for Windward & Beyond
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Winston Preparatory School: The Sum is More than the Parts
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Graduations, Paths, And The Road Ahead
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Special Education Advocacy: Introducing the Advocacy Support Program
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Breaking Barriers: The Autism Expansion Program at American School for the Deaf
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Understanding the Outplacement Process
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How to Find, Hire, & Keep the Right Special Education Attorney for Your Family
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Lessons Learned from a School’s Closure
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A Beginner’s Guide to Special Education Schools, Part II
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A Beginner’s Guide to Special Education Schools, Part I
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From Special Education Student to Attorney
Sunday, 17, Nov
My Journey – Becoming A Special Education Advocate
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I was a Special Ed Attorney. Now, I’m an Advocate.
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A Parent’s Guide to Connecticut Special Education Attorneys

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