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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. §…
What SB 277 Means About Your Child’s Vaccines
An important news alert to all of our families Childhood immunization has been a hot-button issue for several years now, due to suggested links between vaccinations and autism. While studies have found no link between vaccinations and autism, many parents are still electing not to immunize their children. The rise…
Woodsmall Law Group is honored to be published in TAP, The Autism Perspective Magazine.
The article; Evaluations, Reevaluations & the Independent Evaluation at Public Expense; A Parent’s Guide to Getting to the Bottom of Your Child’s Educational Challenges tackles the complex issue of securing an independent assessment at district expense. READ THE ARTICLE HERE
Autism Speaks Publishes Woodsmall Law Group’s School Advocacy Toolkit
Woodsmall Law Group is honored to support Autism Speaks in its ongoing efforts to empower families through the Tool Kit Parent information Program. The School Advocacy Toolkit was a collaborative writing effort by all of the attorneys at the firm. We hope that you find it helpful! VIEW THE TOOLKIT…
Report Writing for Professionals
REPORT WRITING TIPS FOR PROFESSIONALS SERVING THE SPECIAL NEEDS COMMUNITY Far too often the success of an Individual Education Program (IEP) meeting relies on the content of reports and assessments. District professionals understand the need for educational supports and related services for students with special needs, but they must also…