Understanding Equity in Education: A Balanced Approach to Inclusion In the field of education, equity and inclusion are two key concepts that are often intertwined but not identical. While inclusion focuses on bringing every child into the same environment, equity takes a more tailored approach, ensuring that each child gets what is needed
FAPE in Special Education FAPE stands for Free Appropriate Public Education, and it is a fundamental concept in special education. It ensures that all students with disabilities have the right to receive a free and adequate education that meets their unique needs. For educators, FAPE guides their practice by requiring them to provide
5 Steps to a Successful ESY for Your Child with Special Needs Summer break is almost here, but for many special needs students, the end of the school year brings anxiety about losing hard-won skills. Extended School Year (ESY) programs can bridge that gap, but navigating the process can feel overwhelming. Here are
When it comes to special education transition curriculum and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), most people have a general idea of what it is. However, there are several lesser-known aspects of transition planning under IDEA that are worth exploring. Transition planning is a critical aspect of special education that focuses on preparing
What is Universal Design for Learning (UDL)? Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is an educational framework created by David H. Rose, Ed.D. of the Harvard Graduate School of Education, and the Center for Applied Special Technology (CAST), that seeks to provide all learners with access to an inclusive learning environment. The guiding principle
One of the most significant special education court cases in several years has been decided by the US Supreme Court this week. The case, Perez vs. Sturgis, clarifies the circumstances in which a disabled student has the right to sue a school district for failing to provide a “Free Appropriate Public Education” (FAPE). Students
In partnership with the National Council of Administrators of Special Education (CASE), this week Let's Go Learn presented a webinar that shares educators' best practices for implementing remote learning in the context of special education. The webinar included discussion of the current environment, as well as a lengthy Q&A session for a panel of
