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Preparing Children With Special Needs for the Return to School After COVID-19
The return to school often comes with some challenges, from early morning wake times to planning for the resources needed in the classroom. The start of the school year takes a toll on both students and parents alike. So how will return Post COVID-19 look different? And what can parents…
Federal Guidance and Advocacy During COVID-19
With the 2020-2021 school year upon us, and most local school districts beginning the year in a distance learning format, many families may be wondering about their options in advocating for their child with special needs. Federal guidance from the U.S. Department of Education in recent months provides a roadmap…
Educational Assessments in the Age of COVID-19
Under state and federal law, school districts have a firm schedule for conducting special education assessments and holding subsequent IEP meetings. The state’s school closures, however, have presented challenges for districts in conducting certain aspects of their assessments.
Federal Court Requires School Districts to Provide In-Person Services for Students With IEPs
This has been a challenging year for the parents of children who require intensive, hands-on services such as occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, or ABA therapy in order to access their education. Even if the parents have worked collaboratively with their school district to create an IEP that will…
Is Your Child with Special Needs Struggling with Online Learning?
This First Article in a series takes on the issue of regression in learning during the prolonged Stay at Home orders. You have options.
Woodsmall Law Group Presents the Zoom NPS and Private School Fair
Woodsmall Law Group is excited to share the video recording of Zoom NPS and Private School Fair that took place on April 27th. This successful event brought helpful insight to the application processes of the participating schools, the student ratios, the unique programs, and how these schools are adjusting to…
The IEP Process During COVID-19 School Closures
During this unprecedented situation, we at Woodsmall Law Group want to take a moment to discuss the changes related to your child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP).
Coronavirus Stimulus Payments: How to Secure Payment for Non-Filers
As a result of the recently signed CARES Act, the IRS will soon be issuing “economic impact payments” to provide relief during this difficult and uncertain time. You may have heard conflicting information about income tax levels impacting eligibility for payments, which presents unique challenges for those in the disability…
Fun and Engaging Online Activities for Twice-Exceptional Learners
The recent school closures in our community have been stressful for students and parents alike. If you have a child that is twice-exceptional, you may be facing the additional challenge of trying to find enough resources to keep these rapid learners focused and engaged. These students often struggle with intense…
Researched-Based Interventions
by Justin Youngs, Esq. Under the IDEA and California Education Code, an IEP must include “a statement of the special education and related services and supplementary aids and services, based on peer-reviewed research to the extent practicable” that will be provided to a child with special needs. 20 U.S.C. §…